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Also reported in: mmol/L
Your bicarbonate level is normal, indicating your blood's pH is well-regulated and acid-base balance is maintained.
Very low bicarbonate means your blood has become very acidic (metabolic acidosis). This can occur in diabetic ketoacidosis, kidney failure, noticeable diarrhea, or lactic acidosis. Every organ in your body is stressed by acidic blood.
This needs urgent medical attention. Go to the ER immediately — IV bicarbonate and treatment of the underlying cause are needed urgently.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — very low (ref: {{low}}–{{high}})Low bicarbonate indicates metabolic acidosis — your blood is more acidic than it should be. Causes include uncontrolled diabetes, kidney disease, chronic diarrhea, and certain medications.
See your doctor. The cause needs to be identified. Kidney function and blood glucose should be checked as a starting point.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — below reference range (ref: {{low}}–{{high}})A borderline low bicarbonate can reflect mild metabolic acidosis or a compensation for a respiratory alkalosis (breathing too fast). It is often subtle and may not cause obvious symptoms.
Your doctor should evaluate in context with other lab values. Often warrants no immediate action if isolated.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — borderline lowYour bicarbonate level is normal, indicating your blood's pH is well-regulated and acid-base balance is maintained.
No action needed. Good result.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — within reference rangeYour bicarbonate is right in the ideal zone, providing excellent buffering capacity to maintain stable blood pH.
No action needed. Excellent result.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — optimalA borderline high bicarbonate can reflect mild metabolic alkalosis, often from diuretic use, vomiting, or adrenal issues. It is rarely significant in isolation.
Discuss with your doctor if you're on diuretics or have had frequent vomiting. Usually not urgent.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — borderline highElevated bicarbonate indicates metabolic alkalosis — the blood is more alkaline than normal. Causes include prolonged vomiting, potassium deficiency, diuretic use, and adrenal conditions like Conn's syndrome.
See your doctor. Potassium, sodium, and adrenal function should be evaluated alongside this finding.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — above reference range (ref: {{low}}–{{high}})Very high bicarbonate represents noticeable metabolic alkalosis, which can cause dangerous heart arrhythmias, seizures, and depressed breathing. This requires urgent medical intervention.
Seek emergency medical care. Identification and correction of the underlying cause is urgently needed.
CO2/Bicarbonate: {{value}} {{unit}} — very high (ref: {{low}}–{{high}})Upload your lab report and get your actual values interpreted in plain English — instantly, with no medical training required.