The results give an overview of blood chemistry that is very useful to the healthcare provider. CHEM-20 indicates the concentrations or levels in the blood of key electrolytes or minerals, enzymes, sugars, proteins and metabolites, or substances produced by chemical processes.
Blood delivers nutrients to all of the body's cells and tissues.
Blood carries waste products from these cells and tissues, as well. An analysis of blood chemistry can reveal a lot about problems in specific cells and tissues. This test is normally done to evaluate how a number of products, such as proteins, sugars and enzymes, are being used in the body. This test can help a healthcare provider diagnose diseases. To perform this set of tests, a blood sample is taken from a vein on the forearm or hand.