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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel without CO2, ALT Blood Test
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| Feature |
Labcorp
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Quest Diagnostics
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| Price | Coming soon | $9.49 |
| Results in | — | ~5 business days |
| Sample type | — | Blood Serum |
| Require fasting | — | No |
About the test
This is a series of tests that give a broad overview of your body's chemical balance and metabolism. It checks your blood for levels of certain minerals (electrolytes), calcium, phosphorus, and sugar (glucose), and assesses kidney and liver function, along with acid-base balance. This panel is often part of a routine health check to spot any disorders, particularly those affecting the liver or kidneys.
What does this test measure?
- Sodium: Helps keep the body's water and pressure in balance.
- Potassium: Important for muscle and nerve function.
- Chloride: Helps maintain the body's fluid balance.
- Glucose: The body's main energy source.
- Calcium: Essential for heart, nerve, and muscle health, and for making bones strong.
- Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) & Creatinine: Waste products measured to check kidney function.
- eGFR: Estimates kidney function based on creatinine and other factors.
- Phosphate: Important for energy production and bone health.
- Albumin & Total Protein: Proteins that carry substances in the blood and support overall health.
- Total Bilirubin: Helps identify liver or blood disorders.
- Alkaline Phosphatase & Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST): Enzymes that can indicate liver or bone disease.
Who might need this test?
This test is useful for anyone undergoing a health examination, especially if there's a concern about liver or kidney health. It's also helpful in diagnosing and managing conditions like diabetes, electrolyte imbalances, and bone disorders.
What type of sample is required?
2 mL serum.
Included biomarkers & Reference ranges
| Biomarker | Reference range |
|---|---|
| Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme found mainly in the liver and bones. High levels can signal liver disease, bile duct blockage, or bone conditions. | 35–150 IU/L |
| 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. | 10–35 IU/L |
| 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. | 3.6–5.1 g/dL |
| 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. | 1–2.5 Ratio |
| 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. | 6–22 Ratio |
| Calcium Measures the total calcium in your blood, important for bone health, muscle function, nerve signaling, and blood clotting. | — |
| 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. | 0.4–1.5 mg/dL |
| Globulin A group of blood proteins that includes antibodies and various transport proteins. Assessed together with albumin to evaluate liver, kidney, and immune function. | 1.9–3.7 g/dL |
| 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. | 0.2–1.2 mg/dL |
| Total Protein The combined amount of all proteins in your blood, mainly albumin and globulins, used to help evaluate liver, kidney, and nutritional status. | 6.1–8.1 g/dL |
| 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. | — |
Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.
Preparation
- 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.
How it works
- 1. Order online No referral or insurance
- 2. Get a requisition By email in 24–72 hours
- 3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
- 4. Get results Securely by email
- 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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