Is Potassium 3.4 low, normal or dangerous? What does Potassium level 3.4 mean?

Your Potassium level of 3.4 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	3.619
5-10 years	3.742
10-15 years	3.869
15-20 years	4.001
20-25 years	4.137
25-30 years	4.278
30-35 years	4.423
35-40 years	4.573
40-45 years	4.728
45-50 years	4.889
50-55 years	5.055
55-60 years	5.049
60-70 years	5.043
70-80 years	5.037
80-90 years	5.031
90-100 years	5.025
>100 years	5.019

*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	3.623
5-10 years	3.75
10-15 years	3.881
15-20 years	4.017
20-25 years	4.158
25-30 years	4.304
30-35 years	4.455
35-40 years	4.611
40-45 years	4.772
45-50 years	4.939
50-55 years	4.933
55-60 years	4.927
60-70 years	5.1
70-80 years	5.094
80-90 years	5.087
90-100 years	5.081
>100 years	5.075

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.