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Can getting blood draw after strenuous exercise actually elevate your serum potassium levels? same with magnesium?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Having blood drawn from you should not change your levels in any way.

Dr Lopez diaz agreed

Answered 11/2/2014

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