Potassium, Serum

Potassium is an essential electrolyte that helps regulate water balance, supports normal heart and muscle function, and aids in nerve impulse transmission. The potassium test is used to assess electrolyte balance and kidney function. Potassium function: Potassium is a key electrolyte that helps maintain osmotic pressure in cells, plays a role in muscle contractions, including the heart muscle, and assists in nerve impulse transmission.
Test significance: The potassium test helps diagnose Electrolyte imbalances such as hyperkalemia (elevated potassium) and Hypokalemia (low potassium), which can affect the heart, muscles, and Nervous system, .
Diseases: Potassium imbalances can be caused by kidney disease, Dehydration, medications like diuretics, or poor diet.