Hypokalemia (American English) or hypokalaemia (British English), also hypopotassemia or hypopotassaemia (ICD-9), refers to the condition in which the concentration of potassium (K+) in the blood is low. The prefix hypo- means `under` (contrast with hyper-, meaning `over`); kal- refers to kalium, the Neo-Latin for potassium, and -emia means `... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypokalemia
(hi″po-kә-le´me-ә) abnormally low potassium concentration in the blood; it may result from potassium loss because of polyuria, vomiting, or diarrhea); excessive sweating; serious burns; or imbalances caused by hormone problems or activity of drugs in the system. Symptoms include muscle cramps in the legs ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: hī′pō-ka-lē′mē-ă Definitions: 1. The presence of an abnormally low concentration of potassium ions in the circulating blood; occurs in familial periodic paralysis and in potassium depletion due to excessive loss from the gastrointestinal tract or kidneys. The changes of hypokalemia may ... Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=42913
Hypokalemia: Low blood potassium. Potassium is the major positive ion (cation) found inside of cells. The chemical notation for potassium is K<SUP>+</SUP>. The proper level of potassium is essential for normal cell function. An abnormal decrease (or increase) of potassium can profoundly affect the nervous system and heart, and when extr... Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=3857