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.
With more than 41,000 students enrolled in fall 2015, the student body was comprised of 78.3% undergraduates, 18.9% graduates and 2.8% unclassified. Women accounted for 55% of the enrollment and minorities made up 32.8% of student enrollment. The average age for undergraduate students is 20.9.