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What Is The Normal Level Of Carbon Dioxide?

what is the normal level for carbon dioxide in a 88 year old male, no lung disease, copd or any other medical issue, heart is in excellent condition blood pressure 120 over 65, person has taken some steroids, and has been having shortness of breath on occasions. has been sleeping a lot and will fall asleep while talking
Tue, 24 Feb 2015
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Normal level of carbon dioxide in adult is:
Arterial blood 35-45 mm hg
Venous blood 38-52 mm hg
These are normal ranges.
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What Is The Normal Level Of Carbon Dioxide?

Normal level of carbon dioxide in adult is: Arterial blood 35-45 mm hg Venous blood 38-52 mm hg These are normal ranges.