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BMP The Chemistry Check
A Basic Metabolic Panel, or BMP, is a common blood test that checks kidney function, electrolytes, and blood sugar. In emergency medicine, it helps identify dehydration, kidney injury, and electrolyte imbalances that can affect the heart, brain, and overall stability.
CBC A Look at Your Cells
A Complete Blood Count, or CBC, is one of the most common blood tests in emergency medicine. It measures white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets to help detect infection, anemia, bleeding, and inflammation. Simple test. Important clues.
D Dimer The Clot Question
D-dimer is a blood test used to evaluate for dangerous blood clots such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. A normal result in the right patient can safely rule out clot, but an elevated value does not confirm one. Context and clinical risk matter.
proBNP When the Heart Is Under Pressure
When the heart is under strain, it releases chemical signals into the bloodstream. proBNP is one of them. In the emergency department, this test helps us determine whether shortness of breath is coming from heart failure or another cause. It is powerful when interpreted in context.