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The test helps in assessing the kidneys' filtration and electrolyte reabsorption skills.
Electrolytes are minerals that have an electrical charge when they are dissolved in water or body fluids. You have electrolytes in your blood, urine, tissues, and other body fluids. They are important because they help:
- Balance the amount of water in your body
- Balance your body's acid-base (pH) level
- Move nutrients into your cells
- Move waste out of your cells
- Support your muscle and nerve function
- Keep your heart rate and rhythm steady
- Keep your blood pressure stable
- Keep your bones and teeth healthy
- Electrolytes are in your blood, urine (pee), tissues, and other body fluids. An electrolyte panel is used to check for electrolyte, fluid, or pH imbalances.
An electrolyte spot urine is an urine test that The electrolytes - urine test measures the levels of specific chemicals called electrolytes like calcium, chloride, potassium, or sodium in urine.
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Your healthcare provider may recommend electrolyte spot urine test when he or she suspects that your body's electrolytes may be out of balance based on the following symptoms:
- Confusion and irritability.
- Diarrhea or constipation.
- Fatigue.
- Headaches.
- Irregular or fast heartbeat (arrhythmia).
- Muscle weakness, cramps, or spasms.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Numbness or tingling in your arms, legs, fingers, and toes.
- Weakness.
No special preparations required.
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A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm known as "Vanipuncture".
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