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Potassium is the main cation in cells, with a concentration of 150-160mmol/L, while the main cation outside cells is sodium ions, and the serum potassium concentration is only 3.5-5.0mmol/L. The body mainly relies on Na-KATPase on the cell membrane to maintain the difference in K and Na concentrations inside and outside cells. The acid-base balance in the body has an impact on potassium metabolism. For example, when acidosis occurs, H enters the cell. In order to maintain the potential difference inside the cell, K is released outside the cell, causing or aggravating hyperkalemia. Metabolic disorders can also affect acid-base balance. The normal potassium ion concentration and concentration difference inside and outside cells are closely related to certain functions of cells, such as carbohydrate metabolism, glycogen storage and protein metabolism, excitability and conductivity of nerves and muscles including myocardium, etc.

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