Why would a blood test need to be repeated?
If the values are unexpected then they need to be repeated
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
During day to day water and electrolytes are lost as a consequence of thermoregulatory sweating. In some situations, especially when exercise is prolonged, high-intensity, and/or in a hot environment, sweat losses
An adult body is 60% water this means that all fluids and liquids are electrolytes.
They draw adequate amount of blood so that all tests are performed there is no sample deficit
30 to 45 mins max
Serum is the liquid that remains after the blood has clotted. Plasma is the liquid that remains when clotting is prevented with the addition of an anticoagulant.
Electrolyte Panel, Serum Electrolytes, Cl/K/NA
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