Description
Chloride is increased in conditions such as dehydration, renal failure or prolonged diarrhea but is decreased in overhydration, chronic respiratory acidosis, metabolic alkalosis and congestive heart failure.
Rating
Chloride (Cl)
Chloride (Cl) is the major anion in the extracelullar water space located in all body fluids responsible for maintaining acid/base balance, transmitting nerve impulses and regulating fluid in and out of cells.
Test Status: UKAS accredited
Samples required: 1
Blood Sample
Results in: 4 hours
