Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia (hyper is high, kalium is the Latin name for potassium) is an elevated blood level (above 5.0 mmol/L) of the electrolyte potassium. Extreme degrees of hyperkalemia are considered a medical emergency due to the risk of potentially fatal arrhythmias.
Related Topics:
Latin - Electrolyte - Potassium - Medical emergency - Arrhythmias
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