Test Results For:
Potassium
Test Overview
- Test Name
-
Potassium
- Test Code
- K
Short Description
K
Test Name
Potassium
Test Code
K
Category
Biochemistry
TAT
Main Lab:
4
Hour(s)
Family Site:
<4hrs
Specimen(s)
1 x Venous blood - 5 mL Tube - Gold - SST-Serum Separator Tube
Specimen Type
SST-Serum Separator Tube
Specimen Format
Tube
Specimen Colour
Gold
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Sampling Order
2
Origin
Venous blood
Collection Time after baseline
-
Transport Temperature
15-25°C
Accepted Other Specimens
Lithium Heparin Plasma
TAT
Main Lab:
4
Hour(s)
Family Site:
<4hrs
Test Stability
Room Temp:
1 Week(s)
2–8°C:
1 Week(s)
Clinical Interest
Potassium testing is critical for evaluating electrolyte balance, assessing cardiac and muscle function, monitoring kidney function, detecting metabolic abnormalities, managing medication therapy, diagnosing endocrine disorders, and assessing nutritional status. Abnormal potassium levels require prompt evaluation and management to prevent complications and optimize patient outcomes.
Clinical Information Required
-
Patient Collection Note
-
LOINC Code
760-3, 22760-3
Outwork
No