Electrolyte Blood Test Panel

The Electrolyte Panel is performed to check for kidney problems, acids in your blood, a sodium or potassium problem and diabetes.

Description

The electrolyte panel is used to identify an electrolyte, fluid, or pH imbalance in the blood. 

An electrolyte blood test panel may be ordered as part of a routine screening or as a diagnostic aid when a person has signs and symptoms, such as: 

• Fluid accumulation (edema)
• Nausea or vomiting
• Weakness
• Confusion
• Irregular heart beat (cardiac arrhythmias)

Electrolyte measurements may be used to help investigate conditions that cause electrolyte imbalances such as dehydration, kidney disease, lung diseases, or heart conditions. 

Test Includes: Carbon dioxide; chloride; potassium; sodium.