Is Potassium 2.6 low, normal or dangerous? What does Potassium level 2.6 mean?

Your Potassium level of 2.6 is a Low Potassium level.

Low Potassium levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 3.5 mmol/L to 5.1 mmol/L suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

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

Ideal values of Potassium depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Potassium value
<5 years	3.591
5-10 years	3.684
10-15 years	3.78
15-20 years	3.878
20-25 years	3.979
25-30 years	4.082
30-35 years	4.188
35-40 years	4.297
40-45 years	4.409
45-50 years	4.524
50-55 years	4.642
55-60 years	4.763
60-70 years	4.887
70-80 years	5.014
80-90 years	5.01
90-100 years	5.006
>100 years	5.002

*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	3.594
5-10 years	3.69
10-15 years	3.789
15-20 years	3.89
20-25 years	3.994
25-30 years	4.101
30-35 years	4.211
35-40 years	4.324
40-45 years	4.44
45-50 years	4.559
50-55 years	4.681
55-60 years	4.806
60-70 years	4.935
70-80 years	5.067
80-90 years	5.064
90-100 years	5.061
>100 years	5.058

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 recommends a Potassium test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Potassium. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Potassium test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.