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POTASSIUM

Test Code
K


Alias/See Also
K (POTASSIUM)


CPT Codes
84132

Preferred Specimen
PLASMA


Transport Container
MINT GREEN


Transport Temperature
REF - 7 DAYS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
POTASSIUMMMOL/L 0Y 00M F 3.9-6.9 0Y 00M M 3.9-6.9 0Y 00M F 3.6-6.8 0Y 00M M 3.6-6.8 1Y 00M F 3.2-5.7 1Y 00M M 3.2-5.7 5Y 00M F 3.4-5.4 5Y 00M M 3.4-5.4 10 F 3.5-5.1 10 M 3.5-5.1 18 F 3.6-5.1 18 M 3.6-5.1


Clinical Significance
This test is used for the diagnosis and treatment of hypokalemia, acid-base disturbances, and renal failure.


Performing Laboratory
LMH - Chemistry  x3739 or 3764
 



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