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Acidosis and Alkalosis

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The body usually maintains its acid-base balance, but sometimes things go wrong. Acidosis is when body fluids are too acidic, and alkalosis occurs when body fluids are too alkaline.
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Islet Autoantibodies in Diabetes

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Learn about testing for islet autoantibodies, used to identify people at increased risk for developing type 1 diabetes or requiring insulin treatment
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Uric Acid Test

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A description of the uric acid test - what it tests for, when to seek one, and what to do with your results.
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Gout Testing

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Gout is a common form of arthritis that causes episodes of intense pain and swelling in the joints. Learn more about tests that are used to diagnose gout.
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Lactate Test

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Explains how the lactate test is used, when a lactate test is ordered, and what the results of a lactate test might mean. The lactate test is primarily ordered to help determine if someone has lactic acidosis, a level of lactate that is high enough to disrupt a person's acid-base (ph) balance.
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Blood Gases

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Blood gases testing measures oxygen and carbon dioxide levels and the body’s pH. It can help detect many health problems, including lung and kidney disorders.
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Chloride Test

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A description of the chloride test - what it tests for, when to get one, and what your next steps may be.
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Electrolytes and Anion Gap Test

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An electrolyte panel and anion gap test measures important minerals that allow the body to regulate fluids and control its acid-base balance.
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Arthritis Testing

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Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Learn about types of arthritis and the role of arthritis testing.
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