ANION GAPS
\ˈana͡ɪən ɡˈaps], \ˈanaɪən ɡˈaps], \ˈa_n_aɪ_ə_n ɡ_ˈa_p_s]\
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The balance between acids and bases in the blood plasma. Normally it results in a slightly alkaline state with an excess of hydroxyl ions in comparison to hydrogen. The balance is achieved by the offset of the ingestion and production of acidic and basic material by the amount of acidic and basic material metabolized and excreted by the body.
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].