Which renal condition is characterized by metabolic acidosis with normal anion gap?
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Correct answer: Renal tubular acidosis
Renal tubular acidosis leads to impaired hydrogen ion secretion or bicarbonate reabsorption. It typically produces a normal anion gap metabolic acidosis, also called hyperchloremic acidosis.
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