Potassium: normal values, pathological variations, roles.

Question 1

Potassium normal value

Answer 1

3.5-5 mEq/L

Question 2

Potassium roles

Answer 2

• maintains acid-base balance

• maintaining Cell integrity and Muscle contraction

• Cation of intercellular spaces

Question 3

Potassium pathological variations

Answer 3

1. Hypokalemia = neuromuscular cardiac disorders
2. Hyperkalemia = kidney hereditary disease