The anion gap blood test measures the acid-base and electrolyte balance in the blood. Results can show whether there is an imbalance in a person’s pH levels, which may be making the blood too acidic ...

Alkalosis is a condition concerning the pH of your blood and fluids. It occurs when your blood pH levels are imbalanced. When your blood is too acidic, it’s called acidosis. When it’s too alkaline, it ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you stated that the body works to keep blood pH levels steady. My urologist has recommended that I drink baking soda in water to alkalinize my urine. Is it true ...

Brad Reisfeld is a professor of chemical and biological engineering, biomedical engineering, and public health at Colorado State University. Your blood serves numerous roles to maintain your health.

The pH scale is used to measure the acidity of a fluid. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. A pH of 7 is neutral, whereas a pH result below 7 is acidic and above 7 is alkaline. Urine has the widest ...

New research finds a blood test accurately diagnoses Alzheimer’s disease in patients. The blood test was 90% accurate in the study. This blood test is currently available in the U.S. Alzheimer’s ...

A study found that pulmonary hypertension often resolves within a year in premature infants with BPD, though many still ...