What Is a CMP Blood Test?
A CMP is a broad blood screening that measures 14 substances reflecting kidney, liver, electrolyte, protein, and glucose status.
What It Covers
- Kidney: BUN, creatinine, eGFR
- Liver: ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, albumin, protein
- Electrolytes: sodium, potassium, chloride, CO2
- Other: glucose, calcium
What It Screens For
- Diabetes
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Electrolyte imbalances
- Nutritional status
When Ordered
- Annual physical
- Pre-operative
- Monitoring chronic conditions
- Investigating symptoms
Source: NLM MedlinePlus, American Association for Clinical Chemistry.
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