Know Your Blood Parameters: Chloride
- Summarised by TGHC Editorial Team
- Jul 17
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 6
1. Parameter Name
Chloride
2. Test Type
Blood (serum chloride)
3. Normal Range
96–106 mmol/L
4. High Levels Indicate
Hyperchloremia, often with dehydration, kidney issues, or acidosis.
5. Low Levels Indicate
Hypochloremia from vomiting, burns, or metabolic alkalosis.
6. Why It's Tested
To help evaluate acid-base and fluid balance.
7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal)
Dehydration, fatigue, breathing difficulties.
8. What To Do If Abnormal
Rehydrate, treat underlying conditions, review medications.
9. Common Conditions Related
Kidney disease, metabolic imbalances.
10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection
Salt intake, hydration, vomiting/diarrhea.
11. References (APA Format) MedlinePlus. (2023). Chloride blood test. Mayo Clinic. (2023). Chloride test.
