Albumin (ALB)
A protein which is produced by the liver. Reduced levels of this protein can point to chronic liver or kidney disease, intestinal disease, or intestinal parasites such as hookworm infection. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
An enzyme that becomes elevated with liver disease or injury. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Amylase (AMYL)
An enzyme produced by the pancreas. The pancreas secretes amylase to aid in digestion. Elevated blood levels can indicate pancreatic and/or kidney disease. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)
BUN is produced by the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Abnormal levels can indicate dehydration, and liver and kidney abnormalities. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Calcium (Ca2+)
Increased levels can be seen with disease of the parathyroid gland and kidneys or as an indicator of certain types of tumors. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Cholesterol (CHOL)
Elevated levels of cholesterol are seen in a variety of disorders including genetic disease, liver and kidney disease and hypothyroidism. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Creatinine (CREA)
Creatinine is a by-product of muscle metabolism and is excreted by the kidneys. Elevated levels can indicate kidney disease or urinary tract obstruction. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Blood Glucose (GLU)
High levels can indicate diabetes. In cats, high levels can indicate stress, which can merely be a result of the trip to the veterinary hospital. Low levels can indicate liver disease, infection, or certain tumors. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Phosphorus (PHOS)
Elevated phosphorus can be an indicator of kidney disease. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Total Bilirubin (TBIL)
Bilirubin is a breakdown product of hemoglobin and is a component of bile. Bilirubin is secreted by the liver into the intestinal tract. Blood bilirubin levels are useful in diagnosing anemia and problems in the bile ducts. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Total Protein (TP)
The level of TP can detect a variety of conditions including dehydration and diseases of the liver, kidney or gastrointestinal tract. One of twelve tests run in the blood chemistry profile.

Electrolytes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride (Na+, K+, Cl-) The balance of these electrolytes is vital to your pet's health. Abnormal levels can be life threatening. Electrolyte tests are important in evaluating vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration and cardiac (heart) symptoms.

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