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Anion Gap Panel (Electrolyte Balance)

Blood drawQuest patient service center

About this panel

A panel of four blood tests measuring electrolyte, acid-base, and water balance, including a calculated anion gap used to help diagnose metabolic acidosis.

Measures sodium, potassium, chloride, and carbon dioxide (bicarbonate) levels, and calculates the anion gap, the difference between serum anion and cation levels, related to acid-base and water balance.

Test details

Quest code21105
MethodologySee individual tests
Sample type2 mL serum
CollectionQuest patient service center

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Additional details

This test isn't orderable through the store yet. Requesting it tells us you want it and puts you on the list to be told when that changes — there is no charge and no commitment, and requesting does not place an order.

Results will be emailed securely and will also be available in your Celio account. Laboratory results should always be interpreted by a licensed clinician who knows your health history. This page is information about a test, not medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

How long do results take?

Most results are available with timing that varies by test and collection location after your sample is collected, delivered securely to your Celio Health account.

What kind of sample does this test use?

A blood sample. Quest lists the specimen for this test as "2 mL serum".

Last updated 2026-09-14 · How we write about lab testing

Educational content

This page is for general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Laboratory results should always be interpreted by a licensed clinician who knows your health history. Laboratory tests of this kind are used for screening and monitoring, not for diagnosis on their own — a diagnosis can only be made by a licensed clinician who evaluates results in the context of your health history and examination. If you have questions about your health or your results, talk with your doctor. If you think you may be experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.