Low blood sodium, medically known as hyponatremia, is a condition in which the concentration of sodium in the blood falls below normal levels, leading to fluid imbalance in and around cells. Although ...

The anion gap blood test measures the acid-base and electrolyte balance in the blood. Results can show whether there is an imbalance in a person’s pH levels, which may be making the blood too acidic ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My mother’s blood test has a sodium level of 130 mEq/L. She is not on diuretics, and she does not have heart or kidney problems. She is on thyroid medication and omeprazole. Do I need ...

Cutting out a teaspoon of salt from a diet everyday can lower blood pressure as much as most hypertension medications, a study published this month in the Journal of the American Medical Association ...

SEATTLE -- Low-sodium oxybate (Xywav) reduced blood pressure as expected compared with the higher-sodium version (Xyrem), reduced nocturnal arousal, and appeared safe at doses above 9 g, a series of ...

In a new study, researchers demonstrated long-term, non-invasive monitoring of blood sodium levels using a system that combines optoacoustic detection with terahertz spectroscopy. Accurate measurement ...

Eating less salt can help reduce blood pressure and the risk of heart disease and strokes, especially in people with salt sensitivity.

Dr. Omar Al-Heeti is an assistant professor of medicine at Southern Illinois University and practices internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases. He received his medical degree from the ...

The numerous health benefits of blood testing include screening and prevention, particularly with high cholesterol, blood glucose, and elevated hormone levels. By analyzing your blood test results, ...