A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a set of blood tests that measure various chemicals and substances in the blood. These tests provide essential information about your body's metabolism, including the status of your kidneys, blood sugar levels, and the balance of electrolytes and fluids. The BMP typically includes eight tests: glucose, calcium, sodium, potassium, bicarbonate (or total CO2), chloride, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and creatinine.
