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Hyperventilation-Induced Alkalosis - Respiratory Alkalosis
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
The condition is suspected from the history and examination. A blood test, known as arterial blood gases, can measure the level of acid in the blood and help determine if the cause of a low acid level is breathing too fast.