Hypokalemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm Transcellular Shift: • Alkalosis • ↑ beta-2 adrenergic simulation • Erythropoiesis (B12 injections in pernicious anemia) • G-CSF • Hypokalemic periodic paralysis • Refeeding syndrome • Thyrotoxicosis Medications Renal Losses Non-renal losses: • GI losses (NG suction, diarrhea, vomiting) • Low K intake (anorexia, dementia, starvation, TPN) • Transcellular shifts • Discontinued diuretic Matthew Ho, MD PhD @MatthewHoMD #Hypokalemia #Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm #nephrology #low #potassium
