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    What is Potassium Test?

    A Potassium test assesses the potassium levels in your blood, a crucial mineral responsible for a range of bodily functions. Potassium, often referred to as K+, helps regulate the heart's rhythm, controls nerve responses, and enables proper muscle contractions, while also ensuring fluid balance in the body. This test is typically ordered as part of an electrolyte panel during a routine exam or when there are symptoms that suggest an imbalance in potassium. It is especially relevant for individuals dealing with kidney disorders, high blood pressure, or heart disease, as these conditions can affect potassium levels. Potassium imbalances, whether elevated (hyperkalaemia) or reduced (hypokalaemia), can lead to serious health problems if not managed in time.

    For a fast evaluation of your potassium levels, a Potassium test in Delhi is an important step in maintaining your body’s mineral balance and overall well-being.

    Potassium Test Parameters

    The Potassium test measures a single factor: the level of potassium in the blood. As an important electrolyte, potassium carries an electrical charge when dissolved in bodily fluids and is crucial for various functions. It is absorbed from food, while the kidneys regulate its balance by excreting excess amounts in urine, ensuring a healthy equilibrium. High potassium levels can indicate kidney issues that prevent proper excretion. Inaccuracies in test results, such as artificially elevated potassium levels, can also arise from errors during sample collection or improper handling. Conversely, low potassium levels are often linked to digestive losses from vomiting, diarrhoea, or the use of laxatives.

    Potassium Test Preparation

    • Prerequisites: Fasting is not a prerequisite for a Potassium test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested: You can undergo the test at any time of day.

    • Who Should Get a Potassium Test: Your doctor may order this test during routine examinations or for managing conditions such as diabetes, adrenal problems, or kidney disease. It’s also important for individuals on medications affecting potassium levels or those with symptoms of potassium imbalance.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Potassium Test: No specific preparation is needed. However, your doctor will let you know if any medication adjustments are required beforehand.

    Why Take the Potassium Test?

    Key reasons for undergoing a Potassium test include:

    • Routine Checkups : It can be part of your regular health checkup to evaluate your overall wellness.

    • Monitoring Ongoing Health Issues : Conditions like diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, kidney disease, adrenal disorders, and cardiovascular issues, including high blood pressure, may require potassium monitoring.

    • Medication Oversight : If you are on drugs that affect potassium levels, this test helps keep your levels in check, ensuring safe potassium balance and preventing potential complications.

    • Detecting Symptoms

      • Fatigue

      • Muscle weakness

      • Nausea

      • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat)

      • Numbness or tingling

    Low potassium (hypokalaemia) could lead to:

      Potassium Test Results and Interpretation

      The normal range for potassium is 3.5-5.5 mmol/L. Abnormal levels have the following implications:

      • High potassium: This may be due to hypoaldosteronism, kidney failure, or metabolic and respiratory acidosis. Some medications and supplements can also elevate potassium.

      • Low potassium: Low levels can be caused by diarrhoea, vomiting, diuretics, or hyperaldosteronism.

      FAQs on Potassium Test in Delhi

      The price for a Potassium test is ₹ 220. It includes home sample collection within 60 minutes of confirming the test, and the results are available in 6 hours.

      Yes, Orange Health Labs facilitates home sample collection for the Potassium test. The collection can occur within 60 minutes of your booking, depending on the availability of slots.

      This test assesses potassium levels in the bloodstream, helping to diagnose and track conditions like kidney disease, heart disorders, diabetes, and imbalances in electrolytes.

      You do not need to fast before having a Potassium test.

      Follow these steps to book a blood test or health checkup using our platform:

      • Search for the Test : Look for the Potassium test in Delhi and click on Orange Health’s page from the list.

      • Verify and Proceed : Select the test, check any prerequisites, enter your location, and complete your booking by choosing a suitable time for sample collection.

      • Sample Pickup : A trained eMedic will visit your home to collect the sample at the scheduled time.

      • Lab Testing : Your sample will be forwarded to our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratories for analysis.

      • Results Delivery : You will receive your potassium test results via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours and can also access them through our app.

      Potassium test results are considered normal when they fall between 3.5 and 5.5 mmol/L.

      Upon booking the Potassium test, Orange Health Labs will dispatch an eMedic to collect your sample in 60 minutes. The collection process takes only a few minutes, and you can look forward to receiving your reports online within 6 hours.

      Your physician will advise on the appropriate frequency for potassium tests based on your health circumstances.

      Orange Health offers the fastest Potassium testing in Delhi, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical lab visit. Localities include but are not limited to Connaught Place, Chandni Chowk, Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar, South Extension, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, Saket, Vasant Kunj, Dwarka, Rohini, Pitampura, Janakpuri, Rajouri Garden, Mayur Vihar, Preet Vihar, Shahdara, Laxmi Nagar, Green Park, Safdarjung Enclave, Defence Colony, New Friends Colony, Kalkaji, Malviya Nagar, Nehru Place.

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      References

      1. Potassium blood test. [Internet]. Medline Plus.  Available from:  https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/potassium-blood-test/
      2. Potassium blood test. [Internet]. NHS Health.  Available from:  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/potassium-test/
      3. Hyperkalaemia. [Internet]. Cleveland Clinic  Available from:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15184-hyperkalemia-high-blood-potassium
      4. Potassium Test. [Internet]. Mount Sinai  Available from:  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/tests/potassium-test

      Potassium Test in Delhi

      Test NamePotassium Test
      PriceThe Potassium Test price is ₹ 220.
      Also Known AsPotassium serum, serum potassium, serum electrolytes, K
      PurposeTo measure Potassium levels in blood.
      Pre-test InformationFasting is not required for a Potassium Test
      Report DeliveryGet reports within 6 hours.
      FrequencyAs prescribed by your doctor.
      Home TestingYes, home blood sample collection in 60 minutes from booking.
      Sample RequiredA blood sample is required for a Potassium Test

      Potassium Test Price in Delhi

      The Potassium Test cost in Delhi is ₹ 220. This Potassium Test price includes the fastest home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, and the reports are available in 6 hours.

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      Welcome to Orange Health Labs! Experience the convenience of a high-quality diagnostic laboratory, within the comfort of your home. We provide laboratory services that bring cutting-edge diagnostics right to your doorstep, ensuring you have easy access to essential healthcare solutions. We are your trusted partners, backed by certifications, ensuring top-notch accuracy and quality. With a track record of exceeding 1,000,000 tests, our credibility is trusted by healthcare professionals. So, get ready to embrace the luxury of premium diagnostics without stepping out of the comfort of your home – because your well-being deserves nothing but the best.

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      Say goodbye to long queues and hello to hassle-free blood sample collection from our certified pathology lab right at your doorstep. Here's a straightforward step-by-step guide: • Visit www.orangehealth.in or use the Orange Health Lab Test At Home app. • Provide your details through the platform. • Skilled, trained, and vaccinated eMedics will reach you within 60 minutes or as per your chosen time slot. • Collected samples will be sent straight to our certified pathology laboratory for testing. • Expect your test reports via WhatsApp & Email within 6 hours, based on the tests done. • You can also conveniently access your reports on our app for easy reference.

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      Our view on healthcare is that, like much else, it should reach our homes – conveniently and affordably. We believe being connected to your doctor matters. A personal connect and context in healthcare cannot be replaced. Effective medicine will be when online and offline worlds combine. Our efforts will be to create services and products that doctors can use with their patients in clinic or remotely at their homes to better assess and diagnose patients' health and provide the right treatment.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Q1

      Why should you choose Orange Health Labs over other pathology labs?

      Orange Health Labs stands out as the fastest diagnostic lab in town. From rapid at-home testing to expert eMedics, we blend cutting-edge diagnostics with comfort. With trusted certifications for our lab, we're your trusted path to accurate results. Experience health on your terms!
      Q2

      How does home collection within 60 minutes work?

      We guarantee home pathology services within just 60 minutes from order placement in Bangalore, Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Hyderabad, Faridabad, and Mumbai. Our skilled, vaccinated eMedics, following your chosen schedule, will arrive at your door. Your sample will be carefully handled, maintained at the right temperature, and transported to our certified labs. And rest assured, the results will reach you with even greater speed!
      Q3

      How are reports delivered?

      You will receive your reports via WhatsApp within 6 hours for most tests with our diagnostic laboratory. Additionally, you can access and view the reports on our app at any time.
      Q4

      What are the modes of payment available for booking?

      We offer a range of convenient payment options for our home pathology services. These include UPI, Mastercard, Visa card, Debit cards, and Credit card options. The choice is yours!
      Q5

      Can I cancel a test booking?

      You can cancel the booking from the Order Tracking Page on our app. Also, you can reach out to customer support via WhatsApp at 9008111144. We're here to help, and we'll get back to you in a flash!
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      Can I reschedule a booked test?

      If the need to reschedule a booked test arises, you can reschedule the booking from the Order Tracking Page on our app. Also, you can reach out to customer support via WhatsApp at 9008111144. Our team is primed to swiftly address your queries and provide the support you seek.