To accurately diagnose hypokalemia and know the extent of the problem, a few tests have to be done. A full physical will be done by your veterinarian to evaluate body system functions. Blood tests will be run to determine the potassium levels of the blood. A urinalysis will be done to determine kidney function. In addition, an EKG will be done to see if there has been an effect on the heart. Once each test comes back and it is determined how much of the body has been affected by the condition, treatment and recovery can
To accurately diagnose hypokalemia and know the extent of the problem, a few tests have to be done. A full physical will be done by your veterinarian to evaluate body system functions. Blood tests will be run to determine the potassium levels of the blood. A urinalysis will be done to determine kidney function. In addition, an EKG will be done to see if there has been an effect on the heart. Once each test comes back and it is determined how much of the body has been affected by the condition, treatment and recovery can