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What is a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)?

A comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) is a routine blood test that measures 14 different substances in a sample of your blood.

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It provides important information about your metabolism (how your body uses food and energy) and the balance of certain chemicals in your body.

A CMP includes tests that measure your blood levels of:

• Glucose, also called "blood sugar." Glucose is your body's main source of energy.
• Calcium.

  This is one of the most important minerals in your body. Most of it is stored in your bones and teeth. Having the right amount of calcium in your blood is necessary for your nerves, muscles, and heart to work properly.

• Sodium, potassium, bicarbonate, and chloride.

  These are electrolytes, electrically charged minerals that help control the amount of fluid in your body. They also help control the balance of acids and bases (pH balance) in your body.

• Albumin.
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  This is the main protein in your blood. It's made in your liver.

• Total protein. This is the total amount of p
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