Potassium (K) in Blood - How It Feels

Potassium (K) in Blood
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Potassium (K) in Blood

Blood Potassium

How It Feels

The blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm. An elastic band is wrapped around your upper arm. It may feel tight. You may feel nothing at all from the needle, or you may feel a quick sting or pinch.

By: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Avery L. Seifert, MD - Urology
Last Revised: September 1, 2010

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