Chloride Blood Test
Chloride Blood Test is useful for measuring the amount of chloride in the blood.
Description
Chloride is an electrolyte that works with potassium, sodium, and carbon dioxide to assist in keeping the body's fluid levels regulated and to balance the body's acid-base.
This test can monitor certain conditions such as:
- high blood pressure
- heart failure
- kidney disease
- liver disease
Indications of a chloride imbalance may include the following:
- frequent vomiting
- muscle weakness
- excessive fatigue
- high blood pressure
- prolonged diarrhea
- breathing problems
- excessive thirst