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Normal phosphorous level
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3-4.5 mg/dl
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Phosphorous and ___ are generally opposites.
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calcium
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high phosphorous=low___
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calcium
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causes of hypophosphatemia
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intestinal malabsorption, increased renal excretion, Vitamin D deficiency causing decreased absorption, increased use of MG++ and AL- containing antacids, alcohol abuse
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Hyperphosphatemia occurs with:
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significant loss of glomular filtration, cancer with chemotherapy
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hypophosphatemia causes:
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reduced oxygen transport by RBCs, hypoxia can occur, also bradycardia; dysfunctions in WBC's and platelets causing increased risk of infection and bleeding
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hypophosphatemia affects___. And ___ occurs which may lead to rickets or osteomalacia.
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nerve and muscle function
bone resorption |
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Symptoms of hyperphosphatemia are generally those of:
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hypocalcemia
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