Alkaluria is defined as the presence of excess alkaline substances, such as bicarbonate, in the urine. There are several synonyms for this term, including alkaline urine, high pH urine, and basic urine. Other related terms include hyperalkaluria, which describes an abnormally high concentration of alkaline substances in the urine, and urinary alkalosis, which refers to a condition where the pH of the urine is too high. These terms are often used interchangeably and can be indicative of various underlying health conditions, such as kidney disease or respiratory alkalosis. Understanding these synonyms can help healthcare providers accurately diagnose and treat patients with alkaluria.