Know Your Blood Parameters: Potassium
- Summarised by TGHC Editorial Team
- Jul 17
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 6
1. Parameter Name
Potassium
2. Test Type
Blood (serum potassium)
3. Normal Range
3.5–5.1 mmol/L
4. High Levels Indicate
Hyperkalemia due to kidney disease, tissue damage, or medications.
5. Low Levels Indicate
Hypokalemia from vomiting, diarrhea, or diuretics.
6. Why It's Tested
To assess muscle, nerve, and heart function.
7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal)
Muscle weakness, fatigue, arrhythmias, cramps.
8. What To Do If Abnormal
Adjust diet, medications, and treat underlying causes.
9. Common Conditions Related
Kidney disease, adrenal disorders, heart conditions.
10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection
Bananas, sweet potatoes, beans, leafy greens.
11. References (APA Format) MedlinePlus. (2023). Potassium blood test. Mayo Clinic. (2023). Hyperkalemia.
