Interpretive Handbook
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Test 8468:
Potassium and Sodium, Serum
Clinical Information 
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
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Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
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Interpretation Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
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Cautions Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
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Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
POTASSIUM
> or =12 months: 3.6-5.2 mmol/L
Reference values have not been established for patients that are less than 12 months of age.
SODIUM
> or =12 months: 135-145 mmol/L
Reference values have not been established for patients that are less than 12 months of age.
Clinical References Provides recommendations for further in-depth reading of a clinical nature
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