Essential Biochemistry - Acid Base Balance (Section 1 - No. 33)
What are the compensatory mechanisms for metabolic acidosis?
Increased ventilation.
Excretion of hydrogen ions by the kidneys.
Increased reabsorption of bicarbonate by the kidneys.
Increased production of ammonia by the kidneys.
Shpjegimi
The body compensates for metabolic acidosis through increased ventilation, increased excretion of hydrogen ions by the kidneys, and increased production of ammonia.