Potassium Flashcards
1
Q
What is potassium
A
a major intracellular cation
2
Q
what forms is potassium found in
A
potassium gluconate, citrate, phosphate bicarbonate
3
Q
What are some food sources high in potassium
A
prune juice, avocados, bananas, cataloupe, honeydew, mango, papaya, winter squash, leafy greens, yams, milk, yogurt
4
Q
what is the absorption rate for potassium
A
85% absorption rate
5
Q
where is potassium absorbed
A
SI and colon
6
Q
how is potassium absorbed
A
K/H-atpase from active transport, passive transport via diffusion, and potassium channels in the brush border.
