Chloride
| About This Test |
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Department: Biochemistry Requirement:
Turnaround Time: Within 24 hours |
Background:
Assessment of kidney function and acid-base balance
For cystic fibrosis investigations, see sweat chloride.
Reference ranges:
| Age range | Reference range (mmol/L) |
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| All ages/sexes | 95 - 108 |
Derived from Pathology Harmony 2011
Results outside the reference range do not necessarily indicate disease. Similarly, results within the reference range do not preclude abnormality. Please contact the Duty Biochemist for discussion of individual patient results
Other Comments:
For more information, please see the following: Chloride - Lab Tests Online
See also: Sodium, Potassium, Bicarbonate