POTASSIUM, SERUM
₹ 150| Test Name | POTASSIUM, SERUM |
| Test Type | Urine |
| Report Delivery | SAME DAY |
| Test Include | |
| Price | ₹ 150 |
Know More about POTASSIUM, SERUM
The Potassium Serum Test assesses the concentration of potassium in your blood. Potassium is a mineral in your blood that is crucial for helping your muscles work, keeping your heart rhythm steady, and maintaining your fluid levels. Potassium levels are important to diagnose and evaluate health conditions such as kidney or heart disease, or side effects of certain medications.
Process
- A small sample of blood is taken from a blood vessel within the arm of the patient.
- The process is quick and only mild discomfort is anticipated.
- The sample is sent to a laboratory for analysis.
When to Get Tested
The potassium serum test is indicated if the patient is experiencing symptoms such as weakness in the muscles or if an irregular heart rate occurs, if the patient has a condition affecting kidney or heart function, or if any medications were taken that may alter potassium levels.
Sample Type
A blood sample taken from a vein is used for the potassium serum test.
Test preparation
There is usually not a need to fast. Your doctor will inform you to avoid potassium-rich food or possibly certain medications prior to a test.
Understanding Your Results
The normal range for potassium is 3.5 to 5.5 mmol/L. Permissible lows or highs can be indicative of health issues that may require additional tests or treatments. The doctor's advice will help determine the next course of action after the results.
HOW DOES HOME SAMPLE COLLECTION WORK?
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SELECT YOUR
TEST -
SELECT HOME
COLLECTION OPTION -
SELECT TIME, DATE
& PAY ONLINE -
OUR COLLECTION
AGENT VISITS YOU -
TESTING DONE
AT LAB -
VIEW/DOWNLOAD
YOUR REPORT ONLINE
Avail home collection through an easy 6-stage process. Visit our website and select the prescribed test. Choose the Home Collection option. Select the time and date, then pay online or pay after availing our service. Our collection agent will visit you and take a sample, while following all the necessary precautions. We will perform the required tests at our state-of-our-art lab. Once the results arrive, you can view or download your report online. Taking a test couldn’t be easier or safer than at Ayushman Diagnostics.
