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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, Plasma

Labcorp

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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, Plasma

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

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

BiomarkersQuest Diagnostics biomarkers

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme found mainly in the liver and bones. High levels can signal liver disease, bile duct blockage, or bone conditions.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) A liver enzyme released into the blood when liver cells are damaged. One of the main markers used to screen for liver inflammation or injury.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) An enzyme found in the liver, heart, and muscles. Elevated levels can point to liver damage, though it's less liver-specific than ALT.
Albumin The main protein made by your liver, which helps balance fluids and carries hormones, vitamins, and medications through your blood. Low levels can point to liver, kidney, or nutrition issues.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio Compares your two main blood protein types, albumin and globulin. An abnormal ratio can point toward liver disease, kidney problems, or immune system conditions.
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.
Calcium Measures the total calcium in your blood, important for bone health, muscle function, nerve signaling, and blood clotting.
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.
Globulin A group of blood proteins that includes antibodies and various transport proteins. Assessed together with albumin to evaluate liver, kidney, and immune 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.
Total Bilirubin The combined level of both processed and unprocessed bilirubin in your blood, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. Used to evaluate liver function and jaundice.
Total Protein The combined amount of all proteins in your blood, mainly albumin and globulins, used to help evaluate liver, kidney, and nutritional status.
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.

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Description

This is a thorough blood test that checks for levels of various substances in your blood, such as electrolytes, calcium, phosphorus, and glucose. It also evaluates how well your kidneys and liver are working and your body's acid-base balance. This test is often part of a routine health check-up to spot any disorders, particularly those affecting the liver or kidneys.

What does this test measure?

Sodium: Helps maintain proper fluid balance and pressure in and around your cells.
Potassium: Crucial for muscle and nerve function and fluid balance.
Chloride: Helps keep the fluid volume, acidity, and electrical neutrality in check.
Carbon Dioxide (Bicarbonate): Assesses your body's acid-base balance.
Glucose: The main energy source for your body, important for diagnosing diabetes.
Calcium: Vital for nerve, muscle, and heart functions, and bone health.
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) & Creatinine: Indicators of kidney function and waste removal efficiency.
eGFR: Estimates kidney function based on creatinine levels, age, and sex.
Phosphate: Essential for energy production, muscle and nerve function, and bone health.
Albumin & Total Protein: Key proteins in your blood, indicating overall health and liver function.
Total Bilirubin: Helps identify liver and blood disorders.
Alkaline Phosphatase, AST, & ALT: Enzymes that indicate liver health and potential damage.

Who might need this test?

Providers might order this test during a routine health examination or if you're experiencing symptoms that could indicate liver or kidney issues, electrolyte imbalances, or diabetes.

What type of sample is required?

1 mL of plasma collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) tube is needed for this test.

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme found mainly in the liver and bones. High levels can signal liver disease, bile duct blockage, or bone conditions.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) A liver enzyme released into the blood when liver cells are damaged. One of the main markers used to screen for liver inflammation or injury.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) An enzyme found in the liver, heart, and muscles. Elevated levels can point to liver damage, though it's less liver-specific than ALT.
Albumin The main protein made by your liver, which helps balance fluids and carries hormones, vitamins, and medications through your blood. Low levels can point to liver, kidney, or nutrition issues.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio Compares your two main blood protein types, albumin and globulin. An abnormal ratio can point toward liver disease, kidney problems, or immune system conditions.
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.
Calcium Measures the total calcium in your blood, important for bone health, muscle function, nerve signaling, and blood clotting.
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.
Globulin A group of blood proteins that includes antibodies and various transport proteins. Assessed together with albumin to evaluate liver, kidney, and immune 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.
Total Bilirubin The combined level of both processed and unprocessed bilirubin in your blood, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. Used to evaluate liver function and jaundice.
Total Protein The combined amount of all proteins in your blood, mainly albumin and globulins, used to help evaluate liver, kidney, and nutritional status.
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

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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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