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Im 52 years old my blood test for anion gap was 8.6 what is it should i be concerned?
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Not at all.: This is just a measurement of cation and anions in the blood. Basically electrolytes and acid base equilibrium. Normal anion gap is 12 or less. No worries.
Answered 12/15/2015
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