In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Respiratory Dead Space 2. Types of Respiratory Dead Space 3. Measurement. Definition of Respiratory Dead Space: The respiratory tract is so designed that during inspiration its upper part upto the level of terminal bronchiole is filled with atmospheric air. The first part of the expired air, therefore, is also atmospheric [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Alveolar Air 2. Method of Collecting Alveolar Air 3. Composition 4. Partial Pressure of Gases 5. Tension of Gases 6. Method of Measurement 7. Effects 8. Factors 9. Alveolar PO2 and Venous Admixture. Definition of Alveolar Air: Alveolar air represents the air located in the respiratory part of the lungs [...]
In this article we will discuss about the contents of CO2 in blood of human beings with the help of suitable diagrams. CO2 Content and Tension of Blood: Arterial blood contains about 48 volume of CO2 and venous blood 52 volume of CO2 per 100 ml, tension of CO2 being 40 mm Hg and 46 mm Hg in the arterial [...]