anion-gap-calculator - Anion Gap Calculator v1.0

Overview

This release marks the initial launch of the Anion Gap Calculator, a lightweight, browser-based tool designed to support clinical learning and practice. It enables quick calculation of the Anion Gap (AG), with optional albumin correction, and provides instant feedback, interpretation, and educational prompts.

Features

• Anion Gap Calculation using Na⁺, Cl⁻, and HCO₃⁻
• Corrected AG calculation when albumin is entered

Educational context:

• Formula explanation
• Interpretation (normal vs. elevated)
• Quiz-style question
• Clinical relevance summary
• Mobile-friendly design
• Simplicity-focused UI: no installation required

Clinical Relevance

Anion gap assessment is crucial in identifying:

• Lactic acidosis
• Diabetic and alcoholic ketoacidosis
• Uremia
• Toxin ingestion (e.g., methanol, ethylene glycol)

For Educators & Learners

This tool is designed to support:

• Medical, nursing, and biomedical science education
• Clinical skill labs
• Self-directed revision
• Public engagement in healthcare science
  

License

Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 (CC BY-NC 4.0) This project is free to share and adapt for educational use with appropriate credit. 🔗 View License

Feedback & Contact

Feedback, bug reports, and collaboration ideas are welcome.

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Published by claireprice 10 months ago