Medical Dictionary

alkalosis

noun al·ka·lo·sis \ˌal-kə-ˈlō-səs\
plural al·ka·lo·ses \-ˌsēz\

Medical Definition of ALKALOSIS

:  an abnormal condition of increased alkalinity of the blood and tissues—compare acidosis, ketosis
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