Hyperventilation and hypophosphataemia.
We describe a case where extensive investigations were utilized to identify the aetiology of hypophosphataemia in a patient presenting with non-specific symptoms. The diagnosis of hyperventilation-induced hypophosphataemia was eventually established. Hyperventilation is a relatively common cause of isolated hypophosphataemia, but is easily overlooked as a cause.
Datta
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Department of Medical Biochemistry and Immunology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, UK. dev.datta@cardiffandvale.wales.nhs.uk
Stone
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D000328:Adult; D000472:Alkalosis, Respiratory / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D006985:Hyperventilation / Q000150:complications*; D017674:Hypophosphatemia / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male