Electrolytes are minerals that are present in the blood and the body tissues. They are essential for metabolism, proper nerve and muscle functioning, maintenance of proper water balance, and proper blood pH (acid-base balance). The serum electrolyte test includes a group of tests to measure the following Electrolytes: sodium (Na+), potassium (K+), and chloride (Cl-).
The electrolytes test price is ₹ 370 . This serum electrolytes test price includes the fastest free home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, and the reports are available in 6 hours. There are no additional charges for home sample collection—it's completely free.
It is recommended:To assesses the problems in the water and pH balance of the body.To assess the appearance of symptoms that indicate neuromuscular conditions like muscular weakness, irregular heartbeats, cardiac arrhythmia, etc.At regular intervals to monitor the progress of the condition and treatment efficacy while undergoing treatment for hypertension, kidney diseases, and metabolic acidosis.It monitors patients who are receiving diuretic therapy, intravenous fluids, or dialysis.It is done as a part of the check-up to diagnose kidney diseases.
The Electrolytes (Na+, K+, Cl) test measures:Sodium: It is found in most parts of the body. It is also found in the fluid outside of the body’s cells, which helps to regulate the amount of water in the body.Potassium: This electrolyte is found mainly inside the body’s cells. A small but vital level of potassium is found in the plasma, the liquid portion of the blood. Potassium plays a very important role in regulating muscle contraction. It helps in monitoring the potassium levels, which is important as small changes in the potassium level can affect the heart’s rhythm and ability to contract.Chloride: This electrolyte moves in and out of the cells to help and maintain electrical neutrality (concentrations of positively charged cations and negatively charged anions must be equal) and its level usually mirrors that of the sodium. Due to its close association with sodium, chloride also helps to regulate the distribution of water balance in the body.
You will get the reports within 6 hours after the collection of the blood sample.
The Electrolytes (Na+, K+, Cl) test is prescribed by your doctor after completing the assessment of your conditions.
Sodium: 137–145 mmol/LPotassium: 3.5–5.1 mmol/LChloride: 98–107 mmol/L
This requires a blood sample for the test.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
Fasting is not required for this test.
Any other precautions to be taken before getting myself tested for an Electrolytes (Na+, K+, Cl) test?
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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