Carpopedal spasm in hyperventilation occurs because
Correct Answer: Increased calcium binding to plasma protein
Description: Answer- C. Increased calcium binding to plasma proteinCarpopedal spasm and tetany is due to hypocalcemia."The alkalosis that result from hyperventilation may worsen the hypocalcemia by increasing the fraction ionized calcium bound to plasma protein.
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