Lifespan's A - Z Health Information Library - Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Electrolytes

•	Encyclopedia Home
•	Tests A-Z
•	Read Spanish version

Images

Female urinary t...

Male urinary tra...

•	Electrolytes
•	Sodium - urine
•	Potassium - urine
•	Chloride - urine
•	Calcium - urine

More Features

•	Printer-friendly version

Electrolytes - urine

Definition

This test measures specific chemicals (electrolytes) in urine, which usually includes measurement of the levels of calcium, chloride, potassium, or sodium.

Review Date: 9/13/2005
Reviewed By: Robert Mushnick, M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor, SUNY Downstate Health Center, Brooklyn, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.