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The Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) is a group of common blood tests that check your electrolytes, kidney and liver health, sugar, and more. It is sometimes called a chem 16, chemistry profile, or comprehensive metabolic profile. You can book this panel at participating labs on LabFinder and choose a time that fits your day.
This panel, also called a chemistry profile or chem 16, looks at salts like sodium and potassium, blood sugar, kidney and liver enzymes, and proteins. It helps your doctor see your body’s balance of fluids, how you process foods and medicines, and whether your organs are working as they should.
Common reasons: routine wellness screening, checking fatigue or weakness, watching kidney or liver health, reviewing blood sugar and electrolytes, and monitoring medicines that may affect these levels. Your doctor may also order it before surgery or as part of a yearly check.
You will check in, confirm your info, and sit for a quick blood draw from your arm. The visit is usually simple and friendly. Most people are in and out in about 10 to 25 minutes.
Yes, this is a quick, routine blood draw and is considered very safe. You might feel a quick pinch, notice a small bruise, or feel a little lightheaded for a moment afterward, but those effects usually fade quickly. Be sure to tell the staff if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, or if you have fainted during blood draws before. They will take extra care to keep you comfortable.
Easy prep: ask if fasting is needed since some labs prefer 8 to 12 hours without food for the best results. Drink water so your veins are easy to find. Bring a list of medicines and vitamins, including biotin. Avoid heavy exercise and large, high fat meals right before your visit. Follow any instructions from your doctor or the lab and bring prior results if you have them.
Electrolyte problems like low sodium or potassium, dehydration, kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes or prediabetes, and side effects from certain medicines. Results are read in context. Your doctor will review your numbers along with your history and symptoms before suggesting next steps.
On LabFinder, you can compare locations, see time slots, and book online at participating labs. It is easy to search for a convenient location in your area or by city or ZIP. Coverage varies by plan and provider, so check your benefits or ask the lab before your visit.
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The information on this page and throughout the LabFinder website and mobile app is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For personalized medical advice or specific health concerns, please consult your healthcare provider directly.
Booking a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) is easy using LabFinder. Just choose your location and enter your insurance information to find the closest Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) near you.
To make a same-day appointment for a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests), just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) location near you. If there's availability for a same-day appointment at a nearby lab location, then you will be able to book it easily through LabFinder.
LabFinder allows you to easily schedule a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests). You can search by location and insurance to easily book a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) near you.
LabFinder allows you to easily make an appointment for a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) online. To make an appointment for a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) online, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) near you.
Yes, you can get a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests) without insurance. LabFinder allows you to search and select "Self-Pay" when booking a Chemistry Panel (16 Essential Tests). While pricing for the test may not be immediately available, please check by calling the lab company directly for pricing.
