Unhaemolysed specimen required. Potassium measurements are susceptible to EDTA contamination, click here

Do NOT place samples for plasma potassium measurement in the fridge

Additional information on serum Potassium and its clinical use can be found here: serum Potassium.

For trust guidelines on the management of acute hyperkalaemia please see guidelines: link.

For trust guidelines on the management of hypokalaemia please see guidelines: link.

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