Is Potassium 2.9 low, normal or dangerous? What does Potassium level 2.9 mean?

Your Potassium level of 2.9 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	3.602
5-10 years	3.706
10-15 years	3.813
15-20 years	3.924
20-25 years	4.038
25-30 years	4.155
30-35 years	4.275
35-40 years	4.399
40-45 years	4.527
45-50 years	4.658
50-55 years	4.793
55-60 years	4.932
60-70 years	5.075
70-80 years	5.071
80-90 years	5.067
90-100 years	5.063
>100 years	5.059

*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	3.605
5-10 years	3.713
10-15 years	3.824
15-20 years	3.938
20-25 years	4.056
25-30 years	4.177
30-35 years	4.302
35-40 years	4.431
40-45 years	4.563
45-50 years	4.699
50-55 years	4.839
55-60 years	4.984
60-70 years	4.98
70-80 years	4.976
80-90 years	4.972
90-100 years	4.968
>100 years	4.963

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.