What Is a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)?

A BMP measures 8 substances: kidney function, electrolytes, and glucose.

Components

• Glucose, Calcium, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, CO2, BUN, Creatinine

BMP vs CMP

• CMP = BMP + 6 liver tests
• BMP = 8; CMP = 14

When Ordered

• Kidney monitoring
• Electrolyte checks
• Pre-operative screening