Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) — A blood test that measures glucose, calcium, electrolytes, kidney function (BUN, creatinine), and liver function (AST, ALT, bilirubin). One of the most commonly ordered diagnostic panels. Requires fasting.
See also: CBC, Compendium, Kit, IFU
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