Which arterial blood gas value is necessary to identify if a condition is compensated or uncompensated?

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The blood pH value can determine if a condition is compensated or uncompensated. If the pH is within the normal range (7.35-7.45), it is compensated. If the pH is outside of the normal range, it is uncompensated. If the pH is outside of the normal range but the body has adjusted the bicarbonate (base) levels to try to bring the pH back to normal, it is partially compensated.

Which Arterial Blood Gas Value Is Necessary to Identify If