Ketosis can lower the blood pH below 7.4,producing the condition ________.

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Ketosis can lead to an excess production of ketones which can lower the blood pH below 7.4, leading to acidosis. Anemia is a condition where there is a deficiency in red blood cells; hyponatremia is a condition where there is low sodium levels in the blood and hypokalemia is a condition where there is low potassium levels in the blood. Alkalosis, on the other hand, is a condition where the blood pH is too high.

Ketosis Can Lower the Blood PH Below 7