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Metabolic acidaemia in newborn

Definition

Metabolic acidaemia represents an increase in hydrogen ion concentration, usually due to the production of lactic acid following hypoxia or ischemia induced anaerobic metabolism. Acidaemia can also result from inborn errors of metabolism, and disorders of the kidney and liver.

Also indexed as

Metabolic acidaemia in newbornMetabolic acidaemia in newborn at birthMetabolic acidaemia in newborn first noted before onset of labourMetabolic acidaemia in newborn first noted during labourMetabolic acidosis in newborn

Nearby in Respiratory disorders specific to the perinatal or neonatal period