A Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) checks 8 key levels including electrolytes, kidney function, and blood sugar (glucose).
A Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) includes everything in the BMP, but adds 6 more tests for liver function, protein levels, and calcium, giving a broader look at metabolism, liver, and kidney health.
Think of CMP as BMP + liver tests. Physicians typically recommend receiving a CMP annually. A lipid panel is included with both, and is used to measure different types of cholesterol and fats in your blood to assess heart disease and stroke risk.