Metabolic alkalosis is a condition that occurs as a result of decreased hydrogen ion concentration or increased bicarbonate ion concentration not as a result of primary respiratory issues. The hydrogen ion is acidic and the bicarbonate ion is basic.
It was founded in 1891 by Anthony J. Drexel, a noted financier and philanthropist. As of 2015, more than 26,000 students are enrolled in over 70 undergraduate programs and more than 100 master's, doctoral, and professional programs at the university.
Between 2004 and 2014, enrollment increased 17 percent, from 17.3 million to 20.2 million. The number of full-time students rose 17 percent between 2004 and 2014, while the number of part-time students rose 16 percent.