Above the range
Common causes of a high Arterial pH
- Alkalosis (metabolic or respiratory)
Looking for the other direction? See what causes a low Arterial pH.
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Above the range
What causes a high Arterial pH?
Normal range 7.35-7.45 pH units. Specimen: Arterial blood. See the full Arterial pH reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Arterial pH?
The standard teaching reference range for Arterial pH is 7.35-7.45 pH units. This value is measured in arterial blood.
| Specimen | Arterial blood |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 7.35-7.45 pH units |
| SI range | 7.35-7.45 pH units |
| Critical value | < 7.20 or > 7.60 |
| Panel | Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Arterial pH normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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