Comparative Analysis of Arterial Blood Gas and Serum Electrolyte Measurements in Acute Care Settings: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

Background: Electrolyte disturbances, especially involving sodium and potassium, are common in critically ill patients and can significantly affect morbidity and mortality. Rapid detection and correction of these abnormalities are crucial in emergency and intensive care settings. Conventional serum electrolyte measurement using central laboratory autoanalyzers remains the standard approach