1. Is ammonia testing used to detect or monitor ammonia poisoning?
Not generally. In most cases, ammonia acts locally, burning or irritating whatever it comes in contact with, but according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), it does not usually act as a
systemic poison. Concentrated commercial ammonia, in a liquid or vapor form, can cause more severe burns than the more dilute liquid household ammonia, but both can damage the eyes, skin, respiratory tract, and, if swallowed, the mouth, throat, and stomach.
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2. When my increased ammonia levels have returned to normal, can they rise again?
It depends on why they were increased in the first place. If you had a temporary condition, then it is likely that the ammonia levels will continue to be normal. If you have a
chronic condition, then it is possible that they will increase again, and your health status will likely need to be monitored. Talk to your doctor about what is best for you.
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