Biochemistry Test Panel

Chemistry tests are a group of routine tests designed to determine a person’s general health. For example, they help to assess the body’s electrolyte balance and/or the status of several major body organs. These tests are performed on a sample of blood, usually drawn from a vein.

Intended use

Biochemical test panels can help doctors in the early detection and screening of diseases.
It plays an important role in the process of disease diagnosis, monitoring and treatment, providing doctors with a fast, efficient and comprehensive method to analyze the biochemical status of patients.
Biochemical test panels can also be used to assess the efficacy of specific drugs and monitor the course of treatment.

Some of the number and types of tests included in specific groups, as well as group names, have been standardized across the country. Examples of common chemistry panels include:

General Chemistry 9 Test Panel

General Chemistry 13 Test Panel

General Chemistry 19 Test Panel

Emergency Room 13 Test Panel

Electrolyte 4 Test Panel

Electrolyte 7 Test Panel

•  – helpful for detecting a problem with the body’s fluid and electrolyte balance

Liver Function Panel Test

• – used to screen for, detect, evaluate, and monitor acute and chronic liver inflammation (hepatitis), liver disease and/or damage

Glucose and Lipid Panel Test

Renal Function Panel Test

– contains tests such as albumin, creatinine, BUN, eGFR to evaluate kidney function

Myocardial Enzyme Panel Test