hypochloremia

(noun)

An electrolyte disturbance whereby there is an abnormally depleted level of the chloride ion in the blood.

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Examples of hypochloremia in the following topics:

  • Anion Regulation

    • Hypochloremia, or lower-than-normal blood chloride levels, can occur because of defective renal tubular absorption.
    • Vomiting, diarrhea, and metabolic acidosis can also lead to hypochloremia.

  • Pylorospasm and Pyloric Stenosis

    • The chloride loss results in hypochloremia which impairs the kidney's ability to excrete bicarbonate.

  • The Resistance Reaction

    • During this phase, the body can endure changes such as hypovolemia, hypoosmolarity, hyponatremia, hypochloremia, and hypoglycemia—the stressor effect.