Chloride - Serum in Sector 6 Vaishali, Ghaziabad

Q: How is the blood sample taken?

To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to form a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. After cleaning, the needle is inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.

Q: What are the symptoms of electrolyte imbalance?

The symptoms of electrolyte imbalance include headache, confusion, nausea, vomiting, loss of energy, fatigue, drowsiness, muscle weakness, spasms or cramps, seizures, and coma.

Q: How can an imbalance of electrolyte levels be prevented?

Imbalance of electrolyte levels can be prevented by drinking lot of water, and drinks containing electrolytes.

Q: Should I inform my doctor if I am taking any medicines?

Yes, please inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines or supplements as it might interfere with the test results.evented by drinking lot of water, and drinks containing electrolytes.

Q: What are the signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction?

The signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction include fatigue, lack of concentration, poor appetite, difficulty in sleeping, swelling or puffiness around the eyes or in the face, wrists, abdomen, thighs, or ankles; foamy, bloody, or coffee-colored urine, decrease in the amount of urine, burning sensation while urinating, change in the frequencyof urination especially at night, abnormal discharge during urination, pain in mid-back, below the ribs, near the location of kidneys, and high blood pressure.

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CHLORIDE - SERUM
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About

SAMPLE TYPE

BLOOD

GENDER

Both

AGE GROUP

7 years & above

Chloride – serum test helps to determine if there is any imbalance in the electrolyte levels or acid-base pH balance. It also helps to monitor the ongoing treatment for electrolyte imbalance. The Chloride – serum test is done: • As a part of electrolyte panel • In case of signs and symptoms of an electrolyte imbalance

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How is the blood sample taken?
To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to form a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. After cleaning, the needle is inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.
What are the symptoms of electrolyte imbalance?
The symptoms of electrolyte imbalance include headache, confusion, nausea, vomiting, loss of energy, fatigue, drowsiness, muscle weakness, spasms or cramps, seizures, and coma.
How can an imbalance of electrolyte levels be prevented?
Imbalance of electrolyte levels can be prevented by drinking lot of water, and drinks containing electrolytes.
Should I inform my doctor if I am taking any medicines?
Yes, please inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines or supplements as it might interfere with the test results.evented by drinking lot of water, and drinks containing electrolytes.
What are the signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction?
The signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction include fatigue, lack of concentration, poor appetite, difficulty in sleeping, swelling or puffiness around the eyes or in the face, wrists, abdomen, thighs, or ankles; foamy, bloody, or coffee-colored urine, decrease in the amount of urine, burning sensation while urinating, change in the frequencyof urination especially at night, abnormal discharge during urination, pain in mid-back, below the ribs, near the location of kidneys, and high blood pressure.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results