What does a CMP test check for?
The CMP gives your healthcare practitioner important information about the current status of your body’s metabolism (hence the name metabolic panel). The CMP provides information on your blood sugar (glucose) levels, the balance of electrolytes and fluid as well as the health of your kidneys and liver.
What diseases can a CMP detect?
When reviewed by your doctor along with other tests and information from a clinical examination, a CMP can be useful in detecting certain conditions including diabetes, kidney disease, and hypertension.
Why would a patient get a CMP?
A CMP is used to check several body functions and processes, including: Liver and kidney health. Blood sugar levels. Blood protein levels.