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Chloride - urine

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Alternative Names

Urinary chloride


Normal Values

The normal range is 20 to 250 mEq/day. This range is highly dependent on salt intake and the state of the individual's hydration. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories.

Note: mEq/day = milliequivalents per day


What abnormal results mean

Increased urine chloride excretion may be caused by:

  • Decreased salt intake
  • Adrenocortical hyperfunction
  • Extrarenal fluid loss (such as diarrhea, vomiting, sweating, and gastric suction)
  • Salt retention

Review Date: 02/03/2006
Reviewed By: Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with New YOrk Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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