Electrolyte Tests: What They Tell About Your Health

Electrolytes are minerals that carry electrical charges in your body, controlling everything from heartbeat to muscle function. Imbalances can be subtle but dangerous.

Key Electrolytes

• Sodium: Controls fluid balance (normal: 136-145 mEq/L)
• Potassium: Critical for heart rhythm (normal: 3.5-5.0 mEq/L)
• Chloride: Works with sodium for fluid balance
• Calcium: Muscle contraction and nerve function
• Magnesium: Over 300 enzymatic reactions

Symptoms of Imbalance

Low Electrolytes

• Muscle cramps and weakness
• Fatigue and lethargy
• Irregular heartbeat
• Nausea and vomiting
• Confusion and dizziness

High Electrolytes

• Heart palpitations
• Numbness and tingling
• Excessive thirst
• Swelling

Common Causes of Imbalance

• Dehydration (especially in Gurugram's heat)
• Excessive sweating during exercise
• Kidney disease
• Certain medications (diuretics)
• Chronic vomiting or diarrhoea

Who Should Get Tested?

• People with kidney conditions
• Athletes and those in hot climates
• Elderly individuals
• Those on blood pressure medications
• People with chronic digestive issues

Electrolyte testing is available at Aarvak Diagnostics. Include it in your next health checkup. Book now.