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Sodium in New Delhi

Also known as Serum sodium test
You need to provide
Blood
This test is for
Male, Female
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Understanding Sodium in New Delhi


What is Sodium in New Delhi?

A Sodium test measures the amount of sodium in the blood. It is available at an affordable price in New Delhi with Tata 1mg labs. Sodium is an essential electrolyte that helps regulate water balance, maintain blood volume, and ensure proper functioning of the nerves and muscles. This test is done as part of a routine health checkup to evaluate your overall health. It can help diagnose and monitor conditions that affect the body's water balance, such as dehydration, kidney or liver disease, or heart failure.

Abnormally high levels of sodium, known as hypernatremia, can occur due to excessive water loss or high sodium intake. It may cause symptoms like thirst, agitation, or restlessness. Conversely, lower-than-normal levels of sodium, or hyponatremia, could indicate conditions like kidney disease or heart failure and may result in symptoms like nausea, headache, confusion, or seizures.

What does Sodium measure?

A Sodium test is used to measure the amount of sodium in your body. Sodium is present in all body fluids and is found in the highest concentration in the extracellular fluid. The body absorbs the required amount of sodium through dietary salts and the remaining is eliminated through the kidneys. The body keeps your blood sodium within a normal and steady range by following three mechanisms:

  • By producing hormones that control the elimination of sodium through urine, such as natriuretic peptides and aldosterone.

  • By producing hormones that prevent water loss, such as antidiuretic hormone (ADH) or vasopressin.

  • By controlling thirst (an increase in blood sodium level can make you thirsty and cause you to drink water, returning your sodium to normal).

These mechanisms regulate the amount of water and sodium in the body and control blood pressure by keeping the amount of water in check. When the level of sodium in the blood changes, the water content in your body changes. These changes can be associated with dehydration, edema, and change in blood pressure.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Sodium in New Delhi


Frequently Asked Questions about Sodium in New Delhi

Q. Why do I need a Sodium test?

Your doctor may suggest a Sodium test if you show symptoms such as excessive thirst, decrease in the frequency of urination, muscle spasms and cramps, irritability, confusion, and seizures.

Q. What is hypernatremia and its associated symptoms?

Hypernatremia is a condition in which sodium levels in the blood rise higher than the normal range. Its symptoms include excessive thirst, less urination, diarrhea, confusion, restlessness, muscle weakness, irritability, and unconsciousness.

Q. What is hyponatremia and its associated symptoms?

Hyponatremia is a condition in which sodium levels in the blood fall lower than the normal range. Its symptoms include nausea, vomiting, headache, drowsiness, restlessness, irritability, muscle spasm or cramps, seizures, and coma.

Q. What are the causes of low sodium levels?

A low sodium level can have many causes, including consumption of too much water; kidney failure; heart failure; cirrhosis; use of diuretics, painkillers, or antidepressants; and hormonal changes.

Q. Can an increase in salt intake raise my sodium levels?

Yes, increasing salt intake can raise your sodium levels and too much salt in the diet can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.

Q. What other tests can be prescribed by the doctor in case the results of a Sodium test are not normal?

Other tests that may be prescribed when blood sodium levels are not normal include a urine sodium test, electrolytes test, kidney function test, liver function test, blood phosphate test, or electrocardiogram (ECG).

Q. Is a Sodium test available for booking in New Delhi?

Yes, Tata 1mg Labs offers a Sodium test in New Delhi. The test is easy to book, is affordable, and comes with a comprehensible report.

Q. Is a home sample collection facility available for a Sodium test in New Delhi?

Yes, Tata 1mg Labs offers a home sample collection facility for a Sodium test in New Delhi. You can also select the date and time for sample collection and schedule the test at your convenience.

Q. How can I schedule a Sodium test with Tata 1mg Labs in New Delhi?

If you want to schedule a Sodium test with Tata 1mg Labs in New Delhi, the procedure is fairly easy and hassle-free. Follow these steps to book a test: 1). Visit the Lab Tests section on the Tata 1mg website. 2). Add the test you want in the cart. 3). Pick a time and date slot according to your convenience; however, do consider the necessary prerequisites while scheduling a test. 4). You will receive a notification with all the details once the test is scheduled.

Q. What is the price of a Sodium test in New Delhi?

Tata 1mg Labs is a pocket-friendly platform for booking lab tests. In New Delhi, a Sodium test is available at an affordable price of Rs. 180.

Q. How long does Tata 1mg Labs take to provide the reports of a Sodium test in New Delhi?

At Tata 1mg Labs, we understand the importance of timely results. We strive to provide fast turnaround times for test results, allowing you to promptly get the information you need. On average, we take 15 hours to provide the reports of a Sodium test in New Delhi.
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Sodium test price for other cities


Price inKolkataRs. 210
Price inBangaloreRs. 210
Price inGurgaonRs. 180
Price inMumbaiRs. 159
Price inHyderabadRs. 210
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