What lab findings are consistent with salicylate toxicity?
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In the United States, salicylate intoxication leads to over 10,000 hospitalizations annually [1.5.4]. Understanding what lab findings are consistent with salicylate toxicity is crucial for diagnosis, as the classic presentation involves a mixed acid-base disorder and significant electrolyte abnormalities [1.8.2, 1.9.5].
