Definition: Chemicals, such as salts and minerals, that are needed for various functions in the body.
Pronunciation: ee-LEK-troh-lyts
Also Known As: Serum chemistries
Common Misspellings: Electrolites
Electrolytes - Definition of Electrolytes
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Updated December 22, 2008
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