n. The condition of having an abnormally low concentration of potassium ions in the blood.
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n. abnormally low level of potassium in the circulating blood leading to weakness and heart abnormalities; associated with adrenal tumors or starvation or taking diuretics
Word Usage
"When evaluating the patient's acid-base and electrolyte status, the clinician most commonly notes hypokalemia and hyperglycemia."