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Sodium (Serum)

Metabolic Unit: mmol/L

Primary extracellular electrolyte

Also known as: Na

Reference Ranges

Clinical Reference 135.0 – 145.0 mmol/L
Optimal Range 138.0 – 142.0 mmol/L
Critical Range < 120.0 / > 160.0 mmol/L

Serum sample

Related Conditions

Dehydration High
Hyponatremia Low
Siadh Low

Food & Lifestyle Recommendations

🍎 Food Drink to thirst rather than on schedule; ensure adequate sodium if exercising heavily Overhydration is a common cause of hyponatremia

Evidence-Backed Supplements

When Low

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

  • Is this from overhydration, medications, or SIADH? Cause determines treatment

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