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Potassium Test
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Common Questions
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1. What are appropriate treatments for the common causes of low potassium (hypokalaemia) and high potassium (hyperkalaemia)?
2. What are some good dietary sources of potassium?
3. Is there an over-the-counter test I can use to check my potassium levels?
4. Would a sports drink help with my electrolyte levels?
1. What are appropriate treatments for the common causes of low potassium (hypokalaemia) and high potassium (hyperkalaemia)?
Treatment for hypokalaemia may include the use of potassium chloride supplements and increasing the amount of potassium-rich foods in the diet, such as bananas, beef, or spinach. Treatment for hyperkalaemia may include the use of diuretics, kidney dialysis, or insulin injections.
2. What are some good dietary sources of potassium?
A number of fruits, vegetables, and meats are good sources of potassium. Examples are bananas, melons, orange juice, potatoes, spinach, broccoli, milk, yoghurt, turkey and beef.
3. Is there an over-the-counter test I can use to check my potassium levels?
No. Electrolyte tests are performed by trained scientists using highly sensitive instruments.
4. Would a sports drink help with my electrolyte levels?
Sports drinks offer a quick replacement of electrolytes, but your body can replenish them naturally using its own storage supply of minerals.
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This page was last modified on
May 18, 2008.
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