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This test measures the amount of sodium in the blood. It helps to diagnose electrolyte imbalance in the body. Sodium is an electrolyte that is essential to maintain the salt and fluid balance of the body. It works very closely with other electrolytes to keep the body pH stable.
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This test measures the amount of sodium in the blood. It helps to diagnose electrolyte imbalance in the body. Sodium is an electrolyte that is essential to maintain the salt and fluid balance of the body. It works very closely with other electrolytes to keep the body pH stable.
It can detect: 1. Hyponatremia 2. Hypernatremia
Why would a doctor order Serum Sodium Level Test?
A doctor would order a sodium level test to: 1. To know the electrolyte status of the body 2. As a part of a comprehensive metabolic panel 3. If you have kidney disease 4. If you are on diuretic treatment or on dialysis 5. If you have malabsorption syndrome or chronic bowel disorder. 6 If there are signs of dehydration
What is the normal sodium level?
Serum Sodium level: 1. 135-145 milliequivalents/litre Urine Sodium level: 1. 20 milliequivalents/l in a random sample 2. 40 to 220 milliequivalents/day
What disease is caused by low sodium level?
Low sodium level causes hyponatraemia. This, if uncorrected, leads to mental confusion, muscle cramps, seizures, and even lead to coma.