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Potassium (K, Blood)

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Potassium (K, Blood)

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AbbreviationK

Reference ranges and concentrations

Reference ranges come from the existing EH diagnostic-test range tables. Ranges can differ between laboratories, methods, age groups and clinical situations.

Diagnostic test / concentration	Reference range	Unit	Age	Gender	Category / test group
Potassium Concentration (K, Blood)	4.1 – 5.3	mEq/L	Infant (0 - 1y)	Both	Blood Studies / Electrolytes
Potassium Concentration (K, Blood)	3.4 – 4.7	mEq/L	Child (0 - 16y)	Both	Blood Studies / Electrolytes
Potassium Concentration (K, Blood)	3.9 – 5.9	mEq/L	Birth - 2wks	Both	Blood Studies / Electrolytes
Potassium Concentration (K, Blood)	3.5 – 5.2	mEq/L	Adult (> 65y)	Both	Blood Studies / Electrolytes

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Potassium (K, Blood)

Potassium (K, Blood)

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