Air embolism laboratory findings

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

• The diagnosis is clinical but some lab findings can help lead to the diagnosis, and can indicate which organs and systems are affected.

Laboratory Findings

• Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of air embolism include:
  • Decreased End tidal CO2
  • Increased End tidal Nitrogen
  • Increased pulmonary artery pressure