Blood Disorders: Symptoms

  • Phosphate in Blood

    11/27/07, Healthwise

    A phosphate test measures the amount of phosphate in a blood sample. Phosphate is a charged particle (ion) that contains the mineral phosphorus. The body needs phosphorus to build and repair bones and teeth, help nerves function, and

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  • Sodium (Na) in Blood

    09/18/08, Healthwise

    A sodium test checks how much sodium (an electrolyte and a mineral) is in the blood. Sodium is both an electrolyte and mineral. It helps keep the water (the amount of fluid inside and outside the body's cells) and electrolyte balance

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