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Functions of Potassium

Potassium functions in the intracellular fluids the same as Na does in the extracellular fluids.

The major functions of K in the animal body are to:

• maintain water balance
• maintain osmotic pressure
• maintain acid-base balance
• activate enzymes
• help metabolize carbohydrates and proteins
• regulate neuromuscular activity (along with Ca)