Is Sodium 120 low, normal or dangerous? What does Sodium level 120 mean?

Your Sodium level of 120 is a Low Sodium level.

Low Sodium levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 136 mmol/L and 145 mmol/L. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal Sodium range for men is :136 - 145 mmol/L

Ideal values of Sodium depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Sodium value
<5 years	137.632
5-10 years	139.284
10-15 years	140.955
15-20 years	142.646
20-25 years	144.358
25-30 years	144.337
30-35 years	144.316
35-40 years	144.295
40-45 years	144.275
45-50 years	144.254
50-55 years	144.233
55-60 years	144.212
60-70 years	144.192
70-80 years	144.171
80-90 years	144.15
90-100 years	144.129
>100 years	144.109

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Sodium levels include:

• Conditions that lead to too much anti-diuretic hormone (ADH)
• Cushing syndrome
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Diabetes insipidus
• Excess fluid buildup in the body (edema) caused by heart failure

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Normal range of Sodium found among women :136-145 mmol/L

Ideal values of Sodium depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Sodium value
<5 years	137.681
5-10 years	139.383
10-15 years	141.106
15-20 years	142.85
20-25 years	144.616
25-30 years	144.593
30-35 years	144.571
35-40 years	144.549
40-45 years	144.527
45-50 years	144.505
50-55 years	144.483
55-60 years	144.461
60-70 years	144.439
70-80 years	144.417
80-90 years	144.395
90-100 years	144.373
>100 years	144.35

If you take a Sodium blood test and the results are not in the normal range (136-145 mmol/L), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Sodium Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Sodium test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Sodium levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Sodium test results are usually available within a few hours.