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What Causes Increased Carbon Dioxide Levels In Blood?

yes. Thank You. On my most recent blood tests, there were three tests results listed in the Abnormal Summary...1. Glucose 104H 2. Carbon Dioxide 19L 3. Testosterone level 1342H (I am on testosterone gel nightly to replace what I lost after my chemo and radiation treatments in 2008. I know there is free Testoterone and the bonded. I am most concerned about the carbon dioxide results. I look forward to hearing from you.
Wed, 22 Oct 2014
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the carbon dioxide refers to bicarbonate levels which is low indicating there is some form of acid in your blood. you need to check kidney function and lactate levels
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What Causes Increased Carbon Dioxide Levels In Blood?

the carbon dioxide refers to bicarbonate levels which is low indicating there is some form of acid in your blood. you need to check kidney function and lactate levels