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Potassium (K)

Potassium is an electrolyte needed for normal cell, nerve, muscle, and heart function.

Clinical Chemistry

Sample information from the laboratory

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Sample type
Serum
Specimen container
Plain
Minimum volume
1 mL
Turnaround time
1 Day

Patient education

About this test

Potassium is an electrolyte needed for normal cell, nerve, muscle, and heart function.

Why might this test be requested?

It may be measured in a metabolic panel when a professional is evaluating electrolyte balance, kidney function, or medicine effects.

General preparation

Preparation depends on the test and any other tests ordered at the same time. Follow the instructions from the requesting professional and laboratory, tell them about medicines and supplements, and do not stop medicines unless a qualified professional tells you to.

Related health information

Kidney healthElectrolytes

Trusted Medical Sources

These independent resources support the general patient education on this page. External links open outside the laboratory website.

MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of MedicineComprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)Opens an external medical resource in a new tab.MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of MedicineHow to Prepare for a Lab TestOpens an external medical resource in a new tab.

Further Reading

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (opens in a new tab)
This education is general and does not diagnose a condition, recommend a test for an individual, interpret a result, or replace care from a qualified healthcare professional.

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