Human Body and related queries
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Are all liquids electrolytes? Why or why not?
An adult body is 60% water this means that all fluids and liquids are electrolytes.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is the use of CBC blood test?
Complete blood counts can help detect a variety of disorders including infections, anemia, diseases of the immune system, and blood cancers.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is the ABPM blood test?
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) is a test done to record your blood pressure at fixed intervals throughout a 24 hr period while you move around, living your normal everyday life.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Why do they draw so much blood for a blood test?
They draw adequate amount of blood so that all tests are performed there is no sample deficitLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is inert electrolyte?
Those electrolytes who do not take part in redox reactions and react with other electrolytes are called inert electrolytes.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is difference between plasma and serum?
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.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What are Moderate electrolytes?
These exhibit and intermediated behaviourLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Why would a blood test need to be repeated?
If the values are unexpected then they need to be repeatedLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Why all salts are electrolytes?
They have positive and negative charges on themLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How long do blood tests take in an emergency room?
30 to 45 mins maxLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What are the most important blood tests?
CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1CLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is serum electrolyte?
Serum electrolytes test is a group of tests that measure the level of electrolytes in the body. Serum electrolytes like sodium, chloride, potassium and bicarbonate help maintain the body's metabolism.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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How long is the electrolyte blood test?
This blood test usually takes less than five minutesLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What electrolytes are measured in a blood test?
Serum electrolytes test is a group of tests that measure the level of electrolytes in the body. Serum electrolytes like sodium, chloride, potassium and bicarbonate help maintain the body's metabolism.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is a EUC blood test used for?
Kidney function tests are also known as renal function tests and includeLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is a blood test, and how does it work?
A blood test is a lab analysis of your health. You may have blood tests to keep track of how well you are managing a condition such as diabetes or high cholesterol. You may also have them for routine checkups or when you are ill.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What test can be done using hemolysed blood?
CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1CLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is used to test blood?
blood sample from your veinsLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is a RFT blood test?
Renal function tests (RFT) are a group of tests that may be performed together to evaluate kidney (renal) function.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What can a blood test reveal about your health?
A blood test is a lab analysis of your health. You may have blood tests to keep track of how well you are managing a condition such as diabetes or high cholesterol. You may also have them for routine checkups or when you are ill.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What do 'test results' mean in blood tests?
Tests for different chemicals and proteins can indicate how your liver, heart, pancreas or kidneys are working.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What do doctors look for in blood tests?
Blood tests can be used for many different things, including to check cholesterol and blood glucose levels. These help monitor your risk of heart and circulatory diseases and diabetes, or how your condition is being managed.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is electrolyte water good for?
It helps improve your heart, brain, muscle, and nervous system function.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Do electrolytes hydrate you faster than water?
YesLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is baso in a blood test?
Baso stands for basophils that protect you from infectionsLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Why can't water be used as an electrolyte?
Water does not have sufficient ions to be used as an electrolyteLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Why do we lose electrolytes in sweat, if they are necessary?
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 lossesLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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