Ammonia Blood Test

Ammonia Blood Test

          The ammonia blood test is performed to measure the level of ammonia in the blood.

Test Importance :

Ammonia causes toxicity to the brain. It cause coma, confusion, lethargy.

Normal Values :

• 10-47 mcg/dl

 Requirements :

3ml of blood sample in EDTA vaccutainer is required for processing serum ammonia blood test.

Other Names :

• serum ammonia.

Abnormal Values Due to :

• Heart failure
• Low potassium levels
• Hyperthermia
• Liver failure