Description

If your sodium blood levels are too high or too low, it may mean that you have a problem with your kidneys, dehydration, or another medical condition. It is mostly measured along with other electrolytes, including potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate.

• Reported within 6 Hours after sample received

• Urine

Volume depletion: to determine the route of sodium loss. Low urinary sodium indicates extrarenal loss, and high value indicates renal salt wasting or adrenal insufficiency.