Which panel measures your glucose level, electrolyte and fluid balance, and kidney function?

• A. Complete Blood Count
• B. Basic Metabolic Panel
• C. B-type Natriuretic Peptide
• D. Blood Cultures

Answer: (B)

This question tests recognizing which lab panel reflects metabolic status, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function. The Basic Metabolic Panel is designed to measure glucose, the major electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate), and kidney function markers (blood urea nitrogen and creatinine), providing a snapshot of fluid and electrolyte balance as well as renal function. The other options target different clinical areas: a Complete Blood Count focuses on blood cells, B-type Natriuretic Peptide assesses heart failure risk, and Blood Cultures detect bloodstream infections. Therefore, the panel described is the Basic Metabolic Panel.