The Blood Gas Analysis (ABG) test is often used to determine how effective your body is, in
absorbing oxygen and removing carbon dioxide from your blood. Primarily, this test is used to find
out about the current oxygen, carbon dioxide levels in your blood as well as determine the PH level
of your blood. More importantly, this test is used as an early diagnostic tool to correctly identify
imbalances in your body which can arise from several health conditions; some of these are listed
below –
Kidney failure
Drug overdose
Sudden shock
Heart failure
Cardiovascular issues
Hemorrhage
Toxicity
If you do feel that you are displaying some of the symptoms of oxygen carbon dioxide imbalance
listed below, then you need to consult with your physician right away. Some of the symptoms
associated with oxygen-carbon dioxide imbalance are listed below –
shortness of breath
lightheadedness
confusion
dizziness
difficulty breathing
nausea