A chloride blood test is used to diagnose a variety of health conditions. Here’s what the results mean and what happens after taking the test.

A chloride blood test is usually done along with other blood tests like those for cholesterol and blood sugar. To do the test, a health care provider will take a sample of your blood.

The chloride levels in the blood should be 96 and 106 milliequivalents per liter (MEq/L). High levels indicate hyperchloremia, while low levels indicate hypochloremia. These conditions can have ...

Normal chloride levels for adults are in the 96–106 mEq/L range. If your test shows a chloride level higher than 106 mEq/L, you have hyperchloremia. Normal ranges may sometimes differ by lab.