BMC’s Yawkey building doors are now closed as an entrance as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our campus and provide you with the best clinical care.

All patients and visitors on our main campus must enter our hospital via Shapiro, Menino, or Moakley buildings, where they will be greeted by team members at a new centralized check-in desk before continuing to the hospital. We are excited to welcome you and appreciate your patience as we improve our facilities.

Blood chemistry tests

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Doctors use blood chemistry tests to check the levels of different chemicals and electrolytes, such as potassium and sodium, in the blood. Doctors also check the blood for high levels of calcium and creatinine (a compound passed from the body in the urine). The level of creatinine in the blood is directly correlated with kidney health. When the kidneys are damaged, the blood level of creatinine rises.