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acidosis

Definition:
A pathologic condition of acid accumulation or depletion of base in the body. The two main types are respiratory acidosis and metabolic acidosis, due to metabolic acid build up.
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Entry Terms:
  • metabolic acidosis
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/2754
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