Essential Elements (Serum)

Serum

Performed by: Doctor's Data

Biomarkers included in this panel:

Calcium

Although 99% of calcium exists in bones and teeth, serum calcium (Ca) is of greatest clinical concern. Ca regulates transmission of nerve impulses, muscle contraction, coagulation, and numerous enzymatic reactions. The uptake and release of Ca from b

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Iron

Measurements of non-heme, serum iron (Fe) are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as Fe deficiency anemia, Fe toxicity and acute or chronic hemochromatosis. The most comprehensive assessment of Fe status includes transferrin saturati

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Magnesium

Magnesium (Mg) is a major intracellular cation that is involved in over three hundred enzymatic reactions in the body. Little is known about the factors affecting serum Mg, but the parathyroid gland appears to be involved. Low serum Mg levels may be

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Phosphorus

Measurements of serum inorganic phosphorus (phosphate or PO4) are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders including parathyroid gland and kidney diseases, and vitamin D status. Serum PO4 is regulated by coordinated efforts of vitamin D and p

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Potassium

Sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+) are electrolytes that affect most metabolic functions. They serve to maintain osmotic pressure and hydration of various body fluid compartments, body pH and regulation of heart and muscle functions. Electrolytes are al

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Sodium

Sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+) are electrolytes that affect most metabolic functions. They serve to maintain osmotic pressure and hydration of various body fluid compartments, body pH and regulation of heart and muscle functions. Electrolytes are al

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