Urine potassium

Urine potassium refers to the determination of potassium concentration in urine for 24 hours. Potassium is one of the main cations in the cell. Urinary potassium excretion is closely related to diet and body potassium levels. Urine potassium measurement can reflect the condition of kidney disease. Potassium is one of the main cations in the cell. The human body absorbs potassium through diet, and the kidneys adjust balance according to the needs of the collective, such as having the function of maintaining and expelling potassium, and maintaining water, electrolyte and acid-base balance. Urine potassium is higher at night than during the day, so all urine needs to be collected for 24 hours to prepare to reflect the level of urinary potassium.

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