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I have hyperventilation syndrome and so presumably i have respiratory alkalosis (constant face numbness, light-headedness, agitated),. i live in the uk ..who could i ask to test for it? i can't find anyone who will do an arterial blood gas test?
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A doctor can order an ABG test which is usually carried out by a hospital or medical facility which has a cardiopulmonary laboratory.
Answered 11/17/2022
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