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What is the main electrolyte found in blood?
sodium
What are two important electrolytes found in blood plasma?
Two important electrolytes found in blood plasma are Na+ (sodium) and Cl- (chloride).
What terms substances such as sodium and potassium that are normally found in blood?
Electrolytes
Which term describes substances such as sodium and potassium that are normally found in blood?
electrolytes
What element of the periodic table can cause high blood pressure?
Sodium is an element found in table salt (sodium chloride) and consuming too much salt in the diet can lead to high blood pressure. This is because the body retains water to dilute the excess sodium in the bloodstream, which can increase blood volume and pressure on the blood vessel walls.
Why do a Blood test for sodium?
Blood sodium testing is used to detect hyponatremia or hypernatremia associated with dehydration, edema, and a variety of diseases. a full explanation can be found here: http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/sodium/test.html
Where is sodium chloride in blood?
Sodium chloride, also known as table salt, is found dissolved in the plasma of the blood. It helps maintain the osmotic balance of the blood, which is essential for proper cell function and overall health.
Term describes substances such as sodium and potassium which are normally found in the blood?
electrolytes
What term describe substance such as sodium and potassium that are normally found in blood?
Electrolytes
Why is sodium not good?
Sodium is a necessary nutrient; several cellular processes rely on it. However, as with most things, too much of it is bad for you. Probably the biggest concern is that too much sodium promotes hypertension -- high blood pressure. People who are otherwise prone to high blood pressure are often put on sodium-restricted diets.
How do people get high blood?
too much sodium aka salt in their diet or to much sugar !!
What does low sodium mean in blood work?
It means that your body doesnt have much sodium in it. this can be good and bad check with your doctor.
