Chloride | 95 – 105 mmol/l | Chloride occurs in the body mostly as potassium or sodium chloride as an important electrolyte. It takes over the water distribution in the cell and outside the cell.As a component of table salt, it occurs as hydrochloric acid in the cells of the stomach and in the sweat glands. The chloride requirement and intake increase with age.
Doctors look at chloride levels when examining hydration and acid-base balance. Possible causes of deviations can be kidney dysfunction, vomiting and diarrhea. Certain medicines or stomach problems as well as Cushing’s syndrome can lead to low levels. |
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