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Oxygen Content (CaO2)
Arterial oxygen content (CaO2) represents the total amount of oxygen carried in arterial blood, including both hemoglobin-bound and dissolved oxygen.
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This calculator is for educational purposes only. Always verify with clinical judgment.
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Formula
CaO2 = (1.34 × Hb × SaO2/100) + (0.003 × PaO2)
References
- West JB. Respiratory Physiology: The Essentials, 10th Edition.
- Walsh BK. Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care, 5th Edition.