Chloride, Direct Unit Converter

Chloride is the major negatively charged electrolyte (anion) in your blood and other body fluids. It works closely with sodium, potassium, and bicarbonate to maintain fluid balance, blood pressure, and the acid-base (pH) balance in your body.

Chloride is primarily obtained through dietary salt (sodium chloride) and is regulated by the kidneys. The normal reference range is typically 96-106 mEq/L, though this may vary slightly between laboratories.

Chloride is rarely evaluated in isolation. It is typically measured as part of an electrolyte panel or basic metabolic panel alongside sodium, potassium, and bicarbonate to provide a complete picture of your body's fluid and acid-base status.

Chloride is obtained primarily from dietary salt (sodium chloride) in food and beverages. The kidneys are responsible for regulating chloride levels by reabsorbing or excreting it as needed to maintain balance.