The Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) is a blood test that measures eight key substances related to metabolism, kidney function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar levels. It provides essential information about how the body is regulating fluids, acids and bases, and energy.
This test is commonly used for routine health evaluation, monitoring chronic conditions, and assessing symptoms such as fatigue, dehydration, weakness, or changes in kidney function.
The panel includes 8 tests:
Glucose: Measures blood sugar levels
Calcium: Supports bone, muscle, and nerve function
Sodium: Helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signaling
Potassium: Essential for heart and muscle function
Chloride: Maintains fluid and acid-base balance
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Reflects acid-base balance in the body
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Assesses kidney function
Creatinine: Evaluates kidney filtration and function
Basic Metabolic Panel
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The Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) is a blood test that measures eight key substances related to metabolism, kidney function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar levels. It provides essential information about how the body is regulating fluids, acids and bases, and energy.
This test is commonly used for routine health evaluation, monitoring chronic conditions, and assessing symptoms such as fatigue, dehydration, weakness, or changes in kidney function.
The panel includes 8 tests:
Glucose: Measures blood sugar levels
Calcium: Supports bone, muscle, and nerve function
Sodium: Helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signaling
Potassium: Essential for heart and muscle function
Chloride: Maintains fluid and acid-base balance
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Reflects acid-base balance in the body
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN): Assesses kidney function
Creatinine: Evaluates kidney filtration and function
