Question
The normal PCO2 of arterial blood is between 37 and 43 mm Hg. Which term refers to a PCO2 of less than 37 mm Hg?
Multiple choice question.
Hypocapnia
Hypercapnia
Multiple choice question.
Hypocapnia
Hypercapnia
Answers
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The term that refers to a PCO2 of less than 37 mm Hg is **Hypocapnia**.
Hypercapnia, on the other hand, refers to an elevated level of PCO2 in the blood, typically above 43 mm Hg.
Hypercapnia, on the other hand, refers to an elevated level of PCO2 in the blood, typically above 43 mm Hg.