What is measured in a basic metabolic panel test?

A basic metabolic panel (BMP) test is a comprehensive blood test that measures essential components to assess your overall health and detect potential issues with your metabolism, kidney function, and electrolyte balance. The BMP typically includes the following measurements:

1. Glucose: This test measures blood sugar levels, which is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes and evaluating overall metabolic health.
2. Calcium: Essential for bone health, muscle function, and nerve signaling, calcium levels can indicate problems with bone metabolism, kidney function, or parathyroid gland activity.
3. Sodium: An electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance, sodium levels can reveal issues with kidney function, dehydration, or imbalances in body fluids.
4. Potassium: This electrolyte is vital for muscle function, nerve signaling, and heart health. Abnormal potassium levels can indicate issues with kidney function or imbalances that may affect the heart.
5. Chloride: Another electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance and acid-base balance in the body. Abnormal levels can signal problems with kidney function or respiratory issues.
6. Carbon Dioxide (Bicarbonate): This measurement helps evaluate the body’s acid-base balance, which is crucial for proper metabolic function and respiratory health.
7. Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): This test assesses kidney function by measuring the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood, a waste product filtered out by the kidneys.
8. Creatinine: Also related to kidney function, this measurement helps determine how well the kidneys are filtering waste products from the blood.

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