Electrolytes Function Normal Main

Value Distribution
(mmol/L)
Sodium Important cation in generation of action 135-145 ECF
(Na+) potentials. Plays an important role in
fluid and electrolyte balance
Potassium Important cation in establishing resting 3.5-5 ICF
(K+) membrane potential. Regulates pH
balance. Maintains intracellular fluid
volume
Calcium Important clotting factor. Plays a part in 2.1-2.6 ECF
(Ca2+) neurotransmitter release in neurons.
Maintain muscle tone and excitability of
nervous and muscle tissue
Magnesium Helps to maintain normal nerve and 0.5-1.0 ICF
(Mg2+) muscle function, maintain reguler heart
rate, regulates blood glucose and blood
pressure. Essential for protein syntesis
Chloride (Cl-) Maintains a balance of anion in different 98-117 ECF
fluid compartement
Bicarbonate Main buffer of hydrogen ions in plasma. 24-31 ECF
(HCO3-) Maintain a balance between cations and
anions of intracellular and extracellular