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CL medical abbreviation
CL means "chloride".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for CL), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What CL means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| chloride | None | Lab orders, Charting |
Also written: Cl.
Example
Sample lab panel row: "Cl."
A made-up line that shows the abbreviation in place. It is not about any patient and is not an instruction.
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Questions
What does CL mean in medical terms?
CL means "chloride".
Where is CL used?
CL shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is CL on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. CL is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.