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osmolality [‚äz·mə′lal·əd·ē] (chemistry) The molality of an ideal solution of a nondissociating substance that exerts the same osmotic pressure as the solution being considered. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In the evaluation of the dysnatremic patient, the urine electrolytes and not the urine osmolality determine the free water excretion of the patient. Thus, the risk of developing fluid overload with previously normal or excessive fluid intakes is enhanced when AVP is secreted inappropriately during prolonged exercise, as reflected by increased urine osmolality and decreased urine volume. 2 Urine output (cc per hour) 225 Urine sodium (mEq/L) 25 Urine potassium (mEq/L) 21 Urine osmolality (mOsm/kg) 115 |
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