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What is the definition or description of: cmp?
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Lab shorthand: Cmp-comprehensive medical profile. This usually includes electrolytes, sodium, potassium, choloride, bun, glucose, etc...........
Answered 12/4/2012
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A Lab Panel: A comprehensive metabolic profile (cmp) is a panel of 12-20 lab tests which evaluate 1) electrolytes 2) renal (kidney) function 3) liver function 4) blood sugar and 5) proteins.
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