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    What Is Sodium Test?

    The Sodium test is a blood analysis that evaluates the sodium concentration in your body. Sodium is an essential electrolyte that contributes to fluid regulation and the proper functioning of muscles and nerves. The kidneys are crucial for maintaining sodium balance, using hormones to control sodium and water excretion in urine. Changes in the body’s sodium-water balance can lead to abnormal sodium levels in the blood. This test can indicate whether sodium levels are elevated or diminished, which may point to problems like kidney disease or dehydration, offering insights into the body's overall health and fluid balance.

    Sodium Test - Parameters

    The Sodium test primarily assesses one vital measurement: the sodium concentration in the blood.

    Sodium is a key mineral that helps control fluid balance and supports essential cellular functions.

    When sodium levels fall below normal, it results in hyponatremia; when they are too high, it leads to hypernatremia. Both conditions can present serious symptoms that may indicate significant health issues. Thus, this test is crucial for evaluating hydration levels and the function of important organs.

    Sodium Test - Preparation

    Consider the following before scheduling a Sodium Test in Bangalore:

    • Prerequisites

    You do not need to fast before the Sodium test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    The test can be performed at any time that works for you.

    • Who Should Get the Sodium Test?

    This test is useful for determining hydration status, monitoring high blood pressure or heart conditions, and detecting potential kidney and organ issues.

    • Cautions Before Taking the Sodium Test

    Although no specific preparations are usually necessary, it is advisable to avoid medications such as antibiotics, antidepressants, diuretics, or analgesics that might interfere with results. Consulting your doctor beforehand is recommended for appropriate guidance.

    Why Take the Sodium Test?

    A Sodium blood test might be necessary during routine health checkups, particularly if you are on medications that affect fluid balance, such as diuretics or intravenous fluids. This test may also be recommended following recent illness or surgery, as it helps identify issues related to sodium levels, which are vital for overall health.

    High sodium levels, known as hypernatremia, can cause symptoms like increased thirst, vomiting, diarrhoea, confusion, muscle spasms, and decreased urination. If these high levels go untreated, they can lead to serious complications, including coma.

    Conversely, low sodium levels—termed hyponatremia—can result in weakness, fatigue, confusion, muscle twitching, and seizures. Extremely low sodium levels can also cause coma and pose significant health threats.

    If you experience any of these symptoms, it is crucial to consult your doctor regarding the necessity of a sodium blood test. Regular monitoring can prevent critical health issues and ensure appropriate treatment.

    Sodium Test - Results and Interpretation

    Sodium concentration in the blood is quantified in millimoles per litre (mmol/L), with a normal range of 137 to 145 mmol/L. Levels within this range indicate a proper electrolyte balance, meaning the body is managing its fluids well and there are no significant health concerns related to sodium.

    High Sodium Levels: A sodium level above 145 mmol/L signifies hypernatremia, which can occur due to dehydration, adrenal gland disorders, excessive diarrhoea, diuretic medications, kidney disease, or diabetes insipidus (marked by excessive thirst and urination).

    Low Sodium Levels: If sodium levels drop below 137 mmol/L, it indicates hyponatremia. This condition may arise from diarrhoea, vomiting, kidney disease, liver failure, Addison's disease, or malnutrition.

    Abnormal sodium levels call for further assessment. Doctors will interpret these results alongside other tests and symptoms to uncover the cause and recommend appropriate treatment.

    FAQs on the Sodium Test in Gurgaon

    The price for the Sodium test is ₹220. This includes prompt home sample collection, done within 60 minutes after confirmation, with results available in 9 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs does provide home sample collection for the Sodium test in Bangalore. Your sample can be collected at home within 60 minutes of scheduling, depending on slot availability.

    A Sodium test evaluates sodium levels in the bloodstream, which can help diagnose conditions like dehydration, kidney dysfunction, and electrolyte imbalances.

    Fasting is not required before a Sodium test.

    Here is how to book a blood test or health checkup through our platform:

    • Find the Test: Search for the Sodium test in Bangalore and click on the Orange Health page from the list.

    • Review and Verify: Select the Sodium test, review the prerequisites, enter your location, and complete your booking by choosing a time that works for you for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection: A trained eMedic will come to your home to collect the sample at the scheduled time.

    • Laboratory Processing: The sample will be sent to our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratory for processing.

    • Receive Results: You will receive the reports of your Sodium test at home via email or WhatsApp within 9 hours and can also access them through our app.

    In a healthy individual, blood sodium levels should fall between 137 and 145 mmol/L.

    Once you confirm your Sodium test booking, Orange Health Labs will send an eMedic to collect your sample within 60 minutes. The sample collection process typically takes just a few minutes, and your reports will be available online within 9 hours.

    How often you should have the Sodium test depends on your doctor’s assessment of your health and risk factors. Be sure to adhere to your doctor's advice regarding the test's frequency.

    The only parameter measured by the Sodium test is the level of sodium in the blood.

    What is the fasting time for the Sodium blood test?

    Orange Health provides the fastest Sodium test at home across Bangalore, eliminating the need for a physical laboratory visit. Localities served include: Adugodi, Banashankari, Bannerghatta, Basavanagudi, Bellandur, BTM Layout, Chamrajpet, Cottonpet, CV Raman Nagar, Domlur, Electronic City, Frazer Town, Giri Nagar, Hebbal, Hennur, Hosur, HSR Layout, Jakkur, Jalahalli, Jaya Nagar, Kadugodi, Kammanahalli, Kengeri, Koramangala, Mahalakshmi Layout, Madiwala, Magadi Road, Malleshwaram, Marathahalli, Mathikere, Mysore Road, Nagarbhavi, Nandhini Layout, Old Airport Road, Peenya, Rajaji Nagar, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Sadashivnagar, Sahakara Nagar, Sanjay Nagar, Sarjapur, Seshadripuram, Shanthi Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Sri Nagar, Tyagarajnagar, Uttarahalli, Vasanth Nagar, Vidyaranyapura, Vijaya Nagar, Whitefield, Yelahanka, Yeshwantpur.

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