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What are the causes of an osmolality gap?

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Alcohol: Alcohol is the commonest cause of osmolality gap. It may be the usual alcohol or rubbing alcohol. Other caused include unusual sugars like sorbitol, high levels of proteins and triglycerides.

Answered 2/24/2013

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