Potassium
Test
Potassium
This test measures the levels of potassium in the blood. Potassium is present in the form of electrolytes in our body. Therefore, this test is included along with testing other minerals in the blood, altogether called an electrolyte panel.
Doctors use this test to detect abnormal potassium levels in the body, which might indicate kidney diseases, high blood pressure, and heart diseases.
Potassium Tests
Potassium-Urine-24 Hrs
A urine potassium test measures the levels of potassium in the urine sample. In a 24 hours test, the
person needs to collect their urine during a 24-hour window into a container, which is then sent to the
lab for testing.
Potassium-Urine-Random
In a random urine potassium test, a random urine sample is collected at the medical center and sent for
testing.
Test Table
| Test Parameter | Sample | Methodology | Temp. | Schedule | Reporting | Price (INR) | Clinical Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium | Serum (1ml) | ISE | A/R | Daily | 4 Hours | 180 | To monitor acute/chronic hyperkalemia,Hypokalemia |
| Potassium-Urine-24 Hrs | Urine (25ml) | ISE | A/R | Daily | 4 Hours | 300 | Dehydration/Electrolyte balance. 24 hrs urine volume required |
| Potassium-Urine-Random | Urine (25ml) | ISE | A/R | Daily | 4 Hours | 300 | - |