What do 'test results' mean in blood tests?
Tests for different chemicals and proteins can indicate how your liver, heart, pancreas or kidneys are working.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
An adult body is 60% water this means that all fluids and liquids are electrolytes.
Serum electrolytes test is a group of tests that measure the level of electrolytes in the body. Serum electrolytes like sodium, chloride, potassium and bicarbonate help maintain the body's metabolism.
A blood test is a lab analysis of your health. You may have blood tests to keep track of how well you are managing a condition such as diabetes or high cholesterol. You may also have them for routine checkups or when you are ill.
A minimum average requirement for adults can be estimated under conditions of maximal adaptation and without active sweating as no more than 5 mEq/day, which corresponds to 115 mg of sodium or approximately 300 mg of sodium chloride per day.
Electrolyte Panel, Serum Electrolytes, Cl/K/NA
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