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==Renal compensation in acid-base disorders== | ==Renal compensation in acid-base disorders== | ||
{{See also|Compensatory responses for acid-base disorders}} | |||
In [[respiratory acidosis]], the kidney produces and excretes [[ammonium]] (NH<sub>4</sub><sup>+</sup>) and monophosphate, generating bicarbonate in the process while clearing acid.<ref>{{GeorgiaPhysiology|7/7ch12/7ch12p45}}</ref> | In [[respiratory acidosis]], the kidney produces and excretes [[ammonium]] (NH<sub>4</sub><sup>+</sup>) and monophosphate, generating bicarbonate in the process while clearing acid.<ref>{{GeorgiaPhysiology|7/7ch12/7ch12p45}}</ref> | ||
Latest revision as of 23:00, 4 August 2013
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Renal compensation is a mechanism by which the kidneys can regulate the plasma pH. It is slower than respiratory compensation, but has a greater ability to restore normal values.
Renal compensation in acid-base disorders
In respiratory acidosis, the kidney produces and excretes ammonium (NH4+) and monophosphate, generating bicarbonate in the process while clearing acid.[1]
In respiratory alkalosis, less HCO3- is reabsorbed, thus lowering the pH.[2]