Is Potassium 1.7 low, normal or dangerous? What does Potassium level 1.7 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 25, 2025

Your Potassium level of 1.7 is a Low Potassium level.

Low Potassium levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 3.5 mmol/L and 5.1 mmol/L. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal Potassium range for men is :3.5 - 5.1 mmol/L

Ideal values of Potassium depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Potassium value
<5 years	3.56
5-10 years	3.621
10-15 years	3.683
15-20 years	3.746
20-25 years	3.81
25-30 years	3.875
30-35 years	3.941
35-40 years	4.008
40-45 years	4.076
45-50 years	4.145
50-55 years	4.215
55-60 years	4.287
60-70 years	4.36
70-80 years	4.434
80-90 years	4.509
90-100 years	4.586
>100 years	4.664

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Potassium levels include:

• Kidney disease
• Addison disease
• Using certain drugs that cause high potassium
• Diabetes
• Conn syndrome

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Normal range of Potassium found among women :3.5-5.1 mmol/L

Ideal values of Potassium depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Potassium value
<5 years	3.561
5-10 years	3.623
10-15 years	3.686
15-20 years	3.751
20-25 years	3.817
25-30 years	3.884
30-35 years	3.952
35-40 years	4.021
40-45 years	4.091
45-50 years	4.163
50-55 years	4.236
55-60 years	4.31
60-70 years	4.385
70-80 years	4.462
80-90 years	4.54
90-100 years	4.619
>100 years	4.7

If you take a Potassium blood test and the results are not in the normal range (3.5-5.1 mmol/L), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Potassium Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Potassium test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Potassium levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Potassium test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – Potassium Blood Test
• WebMD – Potassium Levels Blood Test: High vs. Low, Normal K Level
• MedlinePlus – Potassium test