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Low Chloride Levels (Hypochloremia): Causes, Risks, And More

What is low chloride level?

Low chloride level, also known as Hypochloremia, is an electrolyte imbalance that happens when there is an insufficient amount of chloride in your body. Chloride is an electrolyte that combines with other electrolytes like potassium and sodium to control the pH balance in your body and the quantity of fluid. The most common source of chloride is sodium chloride (table salt).

This article will discuss the causes, symptoms, risks, and other important things you need to know about hypochloremia.