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Summary
Plasma and erythrocyte Na, K and Cl have been determined in 64 long-term chronic alcoholics before administration of therapy. Plasma Na, K, Cl and red blood cell Cl were significantly reduced below control values. Erythrocyte K was significantly elevated, while Na remained unchanged. Plasma protein concentration and hematocrit were significantly reduced from control values.
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