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By Mayo Clinic staffYour doctor will start by asking about your medical history and doing a physical examination.
However, because the signs and symptoms of hyponatremia occur in many conditions, it's impossible to diagnose the condition based on a physical exam alone. To confirm low blood sodium, your doctor will order blood tests and urine tests.
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