Chloride (Cl)
Chloride is an electrolyte that works with sodium and other electrolytes to help maintain the proper balance of fluids and acid-base balance in your body.
Category: Metabolic Panel
Also known as: chloride, cl, cl-, serum chloride, hloridi
Reference range: 98–106 mEq/L (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mEq/L
High values may indicate
High chloride levels (hyperchloremia) may indicate dehydration, kidney disease, or metabolic acidosis.
Low values may indicate
Low chloride levels (hypochloremia) may indicate prolonged vomiting, burns, heart failure, or metabolic alkalosis.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Chloride (Cl) level?
- A typical reference range for Chloride (Cl) is 98–106 mEq/L (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- What units is Chloride (Cl) measured in?
- Chloride (Cl) is most commonly reported in mEq/L. Labs in different countries may use other units — you can convert between them with BloodId's blood test unit converter.
- Where do Chloride (Cl) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Chloride (Cl) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Chloride (Cl) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
Related biomarkers
Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
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