Complete Normal Lab Values: Reference Guide and Cheat Sheet
Knowing the different normal lab values is an important step in making an informed clinical decision as a nurse. Diagnostic and laboratory tests are tools that provide invaluable insights and information about the patient. Lab tests are used to help confirm a diagnosis, monitor an illness, and the patient’s response to treatment.
This reference guide and cheat sheet is an important printable guide book for nursing students during clinicals/hospital duties or during local board exam/NCLEX review.
***Please note that laboratory values may vary from agency to agency.
Knowing normal lab values is essential for nurses to make informed clinical decisions. Diagnostic and lab tests provide critical information to confirm diagnoses, monitor illnesses, and assess treatment responses. This printable reference guide and cheat sheet is a valuable tool for nursing students during clinical rotations, hospital duties, or while reviewing for the local board exam or NCLEX. It offers quick access to important lab ranges, helping reinforce knowledge and support accurate, timely care. ***Note: Lab values may vary slightly depending on the agency or institution.