APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Generally, under normal physiologic conditions, the value of PCO2 ranges between 35 to 45 mmHg, or 4.7 to 6.0 kPa.

Detailed explanation-2: -The normal range of partial pressure of carbon dioxide is between 35 and 45 millimeters of mercury (mmHg). If the value is higher than 45 mmHg, it’s indicative that you have too much carbon dioxide in your blood. Under 35 mmHg, and you have too little.

Detailed explanation-3: -Normal Results Partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2): 38 to 42 mm Hg (5.1 to 5.6 kPa) Arterial blood pH: 7.38 to 7.42.

Detailed explanation-4: -– Low PCO2 indicates respiratory alkalosis in the presence of a high pH. • Check the pH. – High HCO3 indicates metabolic alkalosis in the presence of a high pH. – Low HCO3 indicates metabolic acidosis in the presence of a low pH.