Is Potassium 2.8 low, normal or dangerous? What does Potassium level 2.8 mean?

Your Potassium level of 2.8 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	3.598
5-10 years	3.699
10-15 years	3.803
15-20 years	3.909
20-25 years	4.018
25-30 years	4.131
30-35 years	4.247
35-40 years	4.366
40-45 years	4.488
45-50 years	4.614
50-55 years	4.743
55-60 years	4.876
60-70 years	5.013
70-80 years	5.009
80-90 years	5.005
90-100 years	5.001
>100 years	4.997

*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	3.601
5-10 years	3.705
10-15 years	3.812
15-20 years	3.922
20-25 years	4.035
25-30 years	4.151
30-35 years	4.271
35-40 years	4.394
40-45 years	4.521
45-50 years	4.651
50-55 years	4.785
55-60 years	4.923
60-70 years	5.065
70-80 years	5.061
80-90 years	5.057
90-100 years	5.053
>100 years	5.049

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.