# Bicarbonate (HCO$_3^-$) --- **Bicarbonate**, or HCO$_3^-$ is a [[substance|chemical compound]] that is found in the blood. >[!science] Normal Values >The normal value of HCO3- is 22-26 mEq/L >>>[!abstract]- Visualization >>![[metabolic panel values.png]] Buffer system with [[carbonic acid|H2CO3]] Bicarb's role in compensating for [[acidosis]] ___