Potassium

A potassium test determines the potassium level in the blood, an electrolyte necessary for muscle and nerve function. It maintains your body's fluid and acid-base balance. This test is typically performed if you have an irregular heartbeat, muscle twitches, or weakness.

Hyperkalaemia occurs when the kidneys fail to adequately filter excess potassium from the blood for excretion through urine. Hypokalaemia occurs when the body lacks potassium due to diuretics used to treat high blood pressure or other ailments.

Why done? 

• As part of routine blood potassium testing.

• During a kidney disease check-up

• Symptoms of neuromuscular disorders such as muscular weakness, irregular heartbeats, or cardiac arrhythmias appear.

• To track the progress of hypertension, kidney disease, and metabolic acidosis treatments.

• To monitor patients receiving diuretics, IV fluids, or dialysis.

Procedure: 

A blood sample is needed.

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is needed.

Required Documents for Potassium (K+) Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After Care: 

No care is required.

Cost of Potassium (K+) Test in Delhi: 

The Potassium (K+) Test cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.