The urine chloride test measures the amount of chloride excreted in urine. It helps evaluate electrolyte balance, acid-base status, and kidney function.
Category: Urinalysis
Also known as: urine chloride, chloride urine, urinary chloride, urine cl
Reference range: 110–250 mEq/L (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mEq/L
High values may indicate
High urine chloride may indicate dehydration compensation, Addison disease, salt-losing nephritis, or excessive salt intake.
Low values may indicate
Low urine chloride may indicate Cushing syndrome, congestive heart failure, malabsorption, prolonged vomiting, or excessive sweating.