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Bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) level of 32meq... slightly elevated. is this serious? 18 y/o male.

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Dr. Richard Amerling answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Could be: Bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) of 32 mEq is clearly abnormal and should be evaluated by a nephrologist. Since it appears you also have hypokalemia (previous question) I suggest you have this checked out soon.

Answered 8/23/2014

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