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I had a blood test at my doc this past wednesfay and potassium was 4.7. well i went to er and had a blood test and potassium was low at 3.4. he said to just increase my daily consumption. what would cause these fluctuations and am i in danger with those n
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Slightly low: 4.7 is in the normal range in most labs and the 3.4 is just below the normal range. Many things can cause this including vomiting, diuretics, renal disease, low intake and vigorous exercise.
Answered 10/1/2015
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