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Get CHEM 20 TEST done in Kukatpally or Secunderabad, Hyderabad , GetVisit covers all major areas. This test measures creatinine, urea, and electrolytes to evaluate kidney filtration and detect chronic or acute kidney disease. Verified nephrologist, transparent pricing, same-day results, and home collection available.
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Blood
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No
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Male/Female
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24 hours
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20
What is a CHEM 20 TEST Test in Hyderabad ?
What is CHEM 20 TEST?
The CHEM 20 TEST is a broad blood chemistry panel that measures many substances in your blood. It checks electrolytes, kidney and liver markers, glucose, proteins, and common metabolic wastes. These substances help the body keep fluid balance, provide energy, and remove toxins. It is particularly important for people with diabetes or hypertension , the two leading causes of chronic kidney disease in India, responsible for over 60% of cases requiring dialysis.
What does CHEM 20 TEST measure?
Abnormal results can indicate diabetes, kidney or liver disease, dehydration, or electrolyte imbalance. Doctors use the panel to screen for health problems, monitor ongoing disease, check medication effects, and guide treatment decisions. Results are compared over time and with other exams to give a clearer picture of overall metabolic health. eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) is calculated from the creatinine value, age, and gender. It is a more informative indicator of kidney health than creatinine alone.
What symptoms suggest CHEM 20 TEST may be needed?
A doctor may order CHEM 20 TEST when a patient reports ankle or leg swelling, reduced urine output, frothy or foamy urine, persistent fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, persistent itching, muscle cramps, and high blood pressure. In Hyderabad, residents of Banjara Hills and Himayatnagar commonly present for this test after noticing these symptoms during a routine or preventive consultation.
How is CHEM 20 TEST performed?
Whether you visit a walk-in lab in Banjara Hills or book home collection in Himayatnagar, Hyderabad, the process is the same. A trained phlebotomist performs a brief, sterile venipuncture, barcodes the sample for tracking, and dispatches it to the NABL lab. Your digital report is available in the GetVisit app the same day for most blood tests.
How accurate is CHEM 20 TEST?
NABL-accredited laboratory results are analytically reliable. GetVisit's logistics network maintains cold-chain transport from collection to the processing lab, preserving sample integrity. Quality control is independently audited by NABL at regular intervals.
Are there any risks to CHEM 20 TEST?
There are no significant medical risks beyond those of a standard blood draw. Vasovagal fainting (rare) is more likely if you are fasting, anxious, or dehydrated. Drink 2 to 3 glasses of water before the appointment, remain seated during the draw, and stay seated for 2 to 3 minutes afterwards. Inform the phlebotomist if you have fainted during previous draws.
CHEM 20 TEST Test Preparation in Hyderabad
Fasting and dietary instructions:
Overnight fast of 8 to 12 hours required. Eat your last meal the previous evening and fast until after the blood draw. Bring a light snack to eat immediately after collection.
Medication guidance:
If you take NSAIDs (ibuprofen, diclofenac) or ACE inhibitors, inform your doctor. These can transiently elevate creatinine and your doctor may advise a brief pause if clinically safe.
What to bring:
Carry your doctor's test order, a government-issued photo ID, and your OPD insurance card. If you have had this test before, bring previous reports , your doctor can compare results over time.
Timing:
Book the earliest available morning slot. For fasting tests, an overnight fast followed by a morning draw represents the optimal balance between adequate fasting duration and test accuracy.
CHEM 20 TEST Test Parameters in Hyderabad
Glucose, Blood urea nitrogen, Creatinine, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Bicarbonate, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphate, Total protein, Albumin, Globulin, AST, ALT, Alkaline phosphatase, Bilirubin, Uric acid, Total cholesterol, Triglycerides
Why Take a CHEM 20 TEST Test in Hyderabad ?
When does a doctor order CHEM 20 TEST?
CHEM 20 TEST is ordered when a doctor needs objective laboratory data to confirm a diagnosis, follow up a previously abnormal result, or complete a pre-operative assessment.
Who should get CHEM 20 TEST done in Hyderabad?
Hyderabad's extreme summer heat , recorded above 45°C in Secunderabad and Uppal during April and May , combined with indoor office culture in HITEC City and Gachibowli creates high risk for kidney stone formation. The city is frequently cited by nephrologists for elevated renal calculi prevalence. CHEM 20 TEST is a multi‑item chemistry panel often used as part of routine health screenings or metabolic profiles. Doctors order it for symptoms like fatigue, swelling, unusual thirst, or to follow known conditions such as diabetes, liver or kidney disease. Adults above 30 in Hyderabad benefit from periodic health screening that includes CHEM 20 TEST as part of a broader preventive panel. Residents of Ameerpet, Sainikpuri, and across the city with chronic conditions, those on long-term medication, and individuals with a relevant family history should test at the frequency their specialist recommends.
What conditions can CHEM 20 TEST help diagnose?
The conditions diagnosable through CHEM 20 TEST depend on the specific markers the test measures. Results either confirm a suspected diagnosis, support a clinical suspicion requiring further investigation, or effectively exclude the condition the test was screening for.
What do CHEM 20 TEST results mean?
Creatinine above 1.2 mg/dL (women) or 1.4 mg/dL (men): reduced kidney filtration. eGFR above 90: normal. eGFR 60–89: mildly reduced , monitor annually. eGFR 45–59: moderately reduced , nephrology referral advised. eGFR below 30: severely reduced , requires active nephrology management. Blood urea above 40 mg/dL alongside elevated creatinine confirms chronic kidney disease.
How often should CHEM 20 TEST be repeated?
For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.
What happens after CHEM 20 TEST results are ready?
Your GetVisit digital report is delivered to your phone as soon as results are authorised. Share it directly with your doctor via the app, or book a consultation with a GetVisit-verified specialist on the same platform. Critical values outside a safe range are flagged by the laboratory for urgent clinical review.
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A big thank you to Shikhar from the Visit app for going above and beyond to arrange a last-minute appointment during an urgent situation. His seamless coordination truly made a difference.
A clean facility enhances experience. Quick checkups are a plus. Miss Rinku from Aditya Birla Health Insurance provided excellent service and handled our files well.
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