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What Causes High Potassium And Low WBC Levels In Blood Test Results?

I am a 52 yr. old female. I am 5'0 tall and weigh 115 lbs. I just received my blood work results. My potassium is high 5.3. Also, my WBC is low 3.58. Not sure why? When trying to read the automated differential results the numbers look with in the % ranges. But not sure what the measuremnts of K/mm3 means. Those numbers seem to be Delta Flagged. Would you be able to let me know what it means?
Tue, 4 Nov 2014
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You may have some viral infection or infection. That causes decrease in your wbc count. Ypur potassium is borderline high. You should consult your doctor for that. And take treatment urgently. It causes life threatening arrhythmia. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.
Thanks for using health care magic.
Wish you a very good health.
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What Causes High Potassium And Low WBC Levels In Blood Test Results?

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some viral infection or infection. That causes decrease in your wbc count. Ypur potassium is borderline high. You should consult your doctor for that. And take treatment urgently. It causes life threatening arrhythmia. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.