Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)
Eight markers covering blood sugar, kidney function and electrolyte balance β a quick snapshot of your core metabolism. One fasting draw, results usually in 1β2 business days.
The Basic Metabolic Panel is a foundational blood test that checks how your kidneys are working, whether your blood sugar is in range and if your electrolytes are balanced. It's a common starting point for a general health check.
Included Tests
What This Panel Measures
Who Should Get This Panel
- You want a quick check of blood sugar, kidneys and electrolytes
- You take medication that can affect kidney function or electrolytes
- You have high blood pressure or a family history of kidney disease
- You want a lower-cost alternative to the fuller CMP
Conditions Screened
Related Symptoms
When to Get Tested
Test as part of a routine health check, when starting or monitoring blood pressure or diabetes medication, or if you have symptoms like excess thirst, swelling or muscle cramps.
Understanding Your Results
Results post to your secure online account usually in 1β2 business days, with each marker shown next to its normal range in plain English. If you want liver enzymes and protein included as well, the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) covers those too.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from a CMP?
Do I need to fast?
Is this billed to insurance?
Pairs Well With β Same Blood Draw
Test centers donβt accept payment β you pay securely here; the lab just does the draw.
What happens after you order?
- 1Your lab order form & test code appear in your secure online account β with your test centerβs address.
- 2We send your lab requisition to the test center electronically.
- 3Walk in & get tested β tests usually take 5 minutes or less.