Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) Test
The Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) test measures key chemicals and enzymes in your blood to help your healthcare professional monitor organ function, metabolic health, and detect conditions such as liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and electrolyte imbalances.
Sample type:
Blood
Preparation:
Fasting for 8–12 hours is usually recommended; follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.
About the test
This CMP test evaluates important components in your blood, including glucose, calcium, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, bicarbonate, chloride), kidney function markers (blood urea nitrogen [BUN], creatinine), and liver function markers (albumin, total protein, bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase [ALP], alanine aminotransferase [ALT], aspartate aminotransferase [AST]).
Abnormal levels can indicate a variety of health issues. For example:
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Glucose: High or low levels can suggest diabetes or hypoglycemia.
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Electrolytes: Imbalances can affect heart, muscle, and nerve function.
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Kidney markers (BUN, creatinine): Elevated levels may indicate kidney disease or dehydration.
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Liver markers (ALP, ALT, AST, bilirubin): Abnormal results may point to liver damage, hepatitis, or bile duct problems.
A CMP provides a broad overview of your metabolic and organ health, allowing healthcare professionals to monitor ongoing conditions or identify early signs of disease.
Buy your own Comprehensive Metabolic Panel test online with Beim Health. No doctor’s visit is required – simply purchase CMP testing, visit a nearby Quest® location for sample collection, and get fast results.