Fick Calculator for Cardiac Output
Cardiac Output (CO)
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This calculator is for educational purposes only and not for clinical use.
Calculate Cardiac Output Using the Fick Principle
The Fick principle is a classic method used in physiology to determine cardiac output (the amount of blood the heart pumps per minute). It is based on the relationship between oxygen consumption, and the oxygen levels in arterial and venous blood.
The Fick Principle Formula:
Cardiac Output (CO) = Oxygen Consumption (VO2) / Arteriovenous O2 Difference (CaO2 - CvO2)
To use this calculator, you will need the following values:
The calculator will provide the cardiac output in liters per minute (L/min). This tool is intended for educational purposes to help understand the physiological principles of cardiac output.