Potassium (K)
Human GmbH
Electrolytes
Brief Description
Potassium measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of hypokalemia (chronic ingestion of diuretics and laxatives, with/without disorders of the acid-base balance), hyperkalemia (overadministration of potassium, acidosis, or crush injuries), renal failure, Addison`s disease or other diseases involving electrolyte imbalance.
Photometric tests for the quantitative determination of potassium in human serum and heparinised plasma.
