POTASSIUM, SERUM

10015401

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Lab Section Category
Specimen Requirement 3 mL blood
Specimen Container Plain tube (Gold cap)
Turnaround Time 2 - 4 hours
Testing Laboratory SKH
Reference Range / Interval
Age RangeReference Range/Interval
(mmol/L)
< 1 Month 3.4 - 6.0
1 Month to < 1 Year3.5 - 5.7
1 Year to < 16 Years3.5 - 5.0
≥ 16 Years3.5 - 5.1
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Day and Time Performed Daily, 24 hours
Additional Information Avoid haemolysis

Last Updated - 13 Jun 2025