The anion gap is calculated using which formula?
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Correct answer: Na+ − (Cl− + HCO3−)
The anion gap is calculated as sodium minus the sum of chloride and bicarbonate. It helps identify unmeasured anions in metabolic acidosis. A normal anion gap is typically 8–12 mEq/L.
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