Blood Tests

Question 1

What are the major cation and anions in the body

Question 2

What is the importance of the electrolytes in the body to maintain fluid balance and homeostasis

Answer 2

Because the body uses several routes for excreting ions and water

Question 3

Define electrolytes

Answer 3

These are electrically charged chemicals that are vital to normal body processes. They help regulate the amount of fluid in your body and maintain the pH (acid) balance.

Question 4

Define proteins

Answer 4

Albumin makes up about 60% of protein and has many roles such as keeping fluid from leaking out of blood vessels and transporting hormones, vitamins, and calcium through your body

Question 5

Define glucose

Answer 5

Glucose supplies energy for your body. A constant level must be maintained in the blood.

Question 6

Define Aldosterone

Question 7

Define extracellular fluid

Question 8

Describe the clinical importance of electrolyte imbalances