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Basic Metabolic Panel without Calcium

Labcorp

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Basic Metabolic Panel without Calcium

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

Sample type: Serum
Avg. sample processing time: 5 Business days
Require fasting: No

BiomarkersQuest Diagnostics biomarkers

BUN/Creatinine Ratio Compares two kidney-related waste markers to help distinguish the cause of abnormal kidney values, such as dehydration versus a kidney-specific problem.
Carbon Dioxide Reflects the bicarbonate level in your blood, a key part of your body's acid-base balance. Abnormal levels can point to metabolic or respiratory issues.
Chloride An electrolyte that works with sodium and potassium to maintain fluid balance and acid-base status in your body.
Creatinine A waste product from muscle metabolism, filtered by your kidneys. One of the main markers used to assess kidney function.
Glucose Your blood sugar level at the time of the test — a core marker for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes and metabolic health.
Potassium An essential electrolyte that plays a critical role in heart rhythm, muscle function, and nerve signaling.
Sodium An essential electrolyte that regulates fluid balance, blood pressure, and nerve and muscle function.
Blood Urea Nitrogen Blood urea nitrogen, a waste product filtered by your kidneys. Used along with creatinine to assess kidney function and hydration status.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Estimated glomerular filtration rate — a calculated estimate of how well your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood, based on creatinine and other factors.

$7.49

Description

The Basic Metabolic Panel without Calcium is a set of 8 specific tests that give a snapshot of your body's chemical balance and metabolism. This includes checking your blood sugar, electrolyte and fluid balance, and kidney function. It's often part of a routine check-up or when you're hospitalized to keep an eye on conditions like high blood pressure.

Why might you need this test?

Providers order this panel to monitor and diagnose conditions that can affect your electrolyte balance, kidney function, and blood sugar levels. This can include kidney failure, trouble breathing, or problems with how your brain works. Changes in your body's levels of sodium, potassium, and chloride can affect your muscle function and heart rhythm, leading to symptoms like weakness or spasms.

What does this test measure?

Sodium: Helps control your body's fluid balance and blood pressure.
Potassium: Crucial for muscle and nerve function.
Chloride: Helps keep your body's fluid balance.
Carbon Dioxide (Bicarbonate): Important for maintaining your body's acid-base balance.
Glucose: Your body's main energy source.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Indicates how well your kidneys are working.
Creatinine: Another indicator of kidney function.
eGFR: Estimates your overall kidney function based on your creatinine levels, age, and sex.

What type of sample is required?

2 mL serum.

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

BUN/Creatinine Ratio Compares two kidney-related waste markers to help distinguish the cause of abnormal kidney values, such as dehydration versus a kidney-specific problem.
Carbon Dioxide Reflects the bicarbonate level in your blood, a key part of your body's acid-base balance. Abnormal levels can point to metabolic or respiratory issues.
Chloride An electrolyte that works with sodium and potassium to maintain fluid balance and acid-base status in your body.
Creatinine A waste product from muscle metabolism, filtered by your kidneys. One of the main markers used to assess kidney function.
Glucose Your blood sugar level at the time of the test — a core marker for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes and metabolic health.
Potassium An essential electrolyte that plays a critical role in heart rhythm, muscle function, and nerve signaling.
Sodium An essential electrolyte that regulates fluid balance, blood pressure, and nerve and muscle function.
Blood Urea Nitrogen Blood urea nitrogen, a waste product filtered by your kidneys. Used along with creatinine to assess kidney function and hydration status.
Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Estimated glomerular filtration rate — a calculated estimate of how well your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood, based on creatinine and other factors.

Preparation

Labcorp

This test is coming soon at Labcorp.

Quest Diagnostics

Fasting for 8 hours before your blood draw is recommended but not required.
Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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