Sodium Test
- Category
- Electrolytes
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures sodium, the main electrolyte that controls water balance and nerve function.
Why this test is performed?
Detects low sodium (hyponatraemia) — common in the elderly, with diuretics, vomiting or heart/liver/kidney disease — or high sodium from dehydration. Both can cause confusion, weakness or seizures.
Who should take this test?
Vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration, weakness, people on BP medicines or diuretics, kidney or heart conditions.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
Diuretics and some antidepressants, excessive water intake, heart failure and hormonal problems are common causes.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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