What is Potassium?
critical for heart and muscle
Potassium is critical for heart rhythm, muscle function, and nerve conduction. Both high and low values can cause serious symptoms.
Potassium is affected by kidney function, certain medications (diuretics, ACE inhibitors), and hormonal disorders.
Test facts
- Unit
- mmol/L
- Sample
- Serum
- Fasting
- No fasting needed
- Turnaround
- 1 day
What does low Potassium mean?
Low potassium often appears with vomiting, diarrhoea, diuretic use, or adrenal disorders.
What does high Potassium mean?
High potassium appears with kidney failure, certain medications, and sample haemolysis.
Panels that measure Potassium
- Deep Baseline
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This is general information about the marker, not an assessment of your values and not medical advice. Last updated: May 2026.