Get a Serum Electrolytes panel (Sodium, Potassium, Chloride) at VRX Diagno Lounge, Goregaon West — used to evaluate dehydration, kidney function, diuretic therapy, and emergencies like vomiting, diarrhoea, or muscle weakness. No fasting needed. Pathologist-reviewed report by evening. 24×7 home collection.
Sodium, Potassium, and Chloride are the major electrolytes in plasma — they govern fluid balance, nerve impulses, muscle contraction, and acid-base status. Imbalances are common in dehydration, vomiting, diarrhoea, kidney disease, heart failure, and patients on diuretics, ACE inhibitors, or steroids. The test is also a routine baseline before surgery, IV fluid therapy, and in any acutely ill patient.
Raised sodium with raised urea points to volume depletion from vomiting, diarrhoea, or fever
Common in elderly, heart failure, SIADH, and on diuretics — can cause confusion or seizures
Risk of cardiac arrhythmia — common in CKD, ACE-inhibitor use, and adrenal insufficiency
Causes muscle weakness, cramps, palpitations — common with diuretics, vomiting, diarrhoea
Chloride pattern helps differentiate metabolic acidosis types
Routine in patients on furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide, ACE/ARB, and lithium
Especially when prolonged or severe — to assess fluid and electrolyte loss
Periodic monitoring is essential to detect potassium and sodium loss
Electrolyte imbalances are very common in CKD and dialysis patients
On loop diuretics — monitor sodium and potassium regularly
Insulin therapy and DKA both shift potassium dangerously
Routine baseline before any major procedure
Particularly in elderly — to rule out hyponatraemia
Especially in patients on diuretics or with chronic GI losses
| Parameter | What It Measures | Reference Range |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium (Na⁺) | Major extracellular cation — fluid balance | 135–145 mmol/L |
| Potassium (K⁺) | Major intracellular cation — cardiac/muscle function | 3.5–5.0 mmol/L |
| Chloride (Cl⁻) | Major anion — acid-base partner of bicarb | 98–107 mmol/L |
| Critical Low K⁺ | Cardiac risk | < 3.0 mmol/L |
| Critical High K⁺ | Cardiac arrhythmia risk | > 6.0 mmol/L |
| Critical Low Na⁺ | Risk of confusion / seizure | < 125 mmol/L |
Electrolytes within reference ranges support normal fluid and acid-base balance. Continue routine yearly screening if you have risk factors.
Abnormal values can result from dehydration, kidney issues, medications, or hormonal disorders. Critical values (very high K⁺ or very low Na⁺) warrant urgent attention. Your physician will correlate with symptoms and history.
Every report is reviewed by an experienced pathologist with clear interpretation and clinical comment.
If further evaluation is needed — KFT, ABG, Aldosterone/Renin, ECG (for K⁺ abnormality), Adrenal panel — all available at the Goregaon West centre.
Our Goregaon West centre is on S V Road, easily accessible by train, bus, and auto from all parts of the western suburbs. We provide Electrolytes Test and other pathology services to patients from the following nearby areas:
Trained phlebotomist visits with sterile kit at your convenience. Same-day report via email & WhatsApp.
Visit any of our 3 centres for Electrolytes Test and other diagnostic services — walk-ins welcome
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