Sodium is a type of electrolyte. Electrolytes are electrically charged minerals that help to maintain fluid levels and the balance of chemicals in your body called and . This sodium also helps your nerves and muscles work properly.
It is recommended: To measure the water and electrolyte balance of the body upon the accumulation of excess body fluids or oedema. At regular intervals to monitor the progress of the condition and treatment efficacy while undergoing treatment for hypertension and diseases of the kidney, adrenal gland, or liver.As a part of regular health, check-ups to measure sodium levels in the bloodTo analyse the patients who are receiving diuretic therapy, intravenous fluids, or dialysis
The Sodium (Na) test measures: The concentration of sodium in the blood. Sodium is an essential body electrolyte that, along with potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, etc., helps to maintain the normal fluid and pH balance in the body.It is also vital for cellular metabolism, the activity of nerves and muscles, and the transmission of impulses between them. Sodium is present in all body fluids and is found in the highest concentration in the blood and extracellular fluid. This sodium is supplied to the body principally through the dietary salts (sodium chloride, or NaCl), and a small portion of sodium is absorbed through other food items.This required portion is absorbed by the body, and the remaining is excreted by the kidneys through urine.
The Sodium (Na) test is prescribed by your doctor after a complete assessment of your symptoms and conditions.
135–145 mmol/L
We require a blood sample for this test.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
Fasting is not required for this test.
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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