Bicarbonate Test Select Lab:ESSA Lab or diabetes may require periodic

or diabetes may require periodic potassium testing

Electrolytes

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Used in the evaluation of women with PCOS who are at higher risk of insulin resistance

unexplained weight loss

Pre-Surgical Screening: Assesses clotting function before surgeries to reduce the risk of excessive bleeding

Bicarbonate Test Select Lab:ESSA Lab or diabetes may require periodicA Bicarbonate Test measures the amount of bicarbonate (HCO) in your blood. Bicarbonate is an electrolyte that helps maintain the body's acid base (pH) balance and is produced by the kidneys and lungs. Why is the Bicarbonate Test Important? Acid Base Balance: Helps evaluate the acid base balance in your blood, crucial for normal bodily functions. Kidney Function: Assists in diagnosing and monitoring kidney diseases. Respiratory Health: Can indicate