A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) is a blood test that measures 14 different substances in your blood. It provides important information about your bodys chemical balance, metabolism, and the health of your liver and kidneys. The test is often used to evaluate kidney and liver function, blood sugar levels, blood protein levels, acid and base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. The CMP measures the following 14 substances in your blood:
- Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
- Creatinine
- Glucose
- Calcium
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Chloride
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Albumin
- Total protein
- Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)
- Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)
- Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)
- Bilirubin
Abnormal levels of any of these substances or combination of them can be a sign of a serious health problem. A CMP is a simple and safe blood test that can be part of a routine check-up or if your healthcare professional suspects liver or kidney disease. If any one result or combination of CMP results is not normal, it can indicate a number of different conditions, including liver disease, kidney failure, or diabetes. If you have questions about your results, talk to your healthcare provider.
