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Which body fluid compartment contains high levels of K+?Question 14Select one:a.plasma onlyb.interstitial fluid onlyc.intracellular fluid onlyd.both plasma and intracellular fluide.both plasma and interstitial fluid

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Which body fluid compartment contains high levels of K+?Question 14Select one:a.plasma onlyb.interstitial fluid onlyc.intracellular fluid onlyd.both plasma and intracellular fluide.both plasma and interstitial fluid

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The body fluid compartment that contains high levels of K+ (Potassium) is the intracellular fluid only. So, the correct answer is c. intracellular fluid only.

Here's why:

  1. The human body is made up of several fluid compartments, including the intracellular fluid (the fluid within cells), the interstitial fluid (the fluid in the spaces between cells), and the plasma (the fluid part of the blood).

  2. Potassium is a key electrolyte in the body, and it plays a crucial role in cell function by helping to maintain the electrical charges and fluid balance within cells.

  3. While there is some potassium in all body fluids, the concentration is highest in the intracellular fluid. This is because the cell membranes have pumps that actively transport potassium into the cells, where it is needed for functions such as nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.

  4. Therefore, while there is some potassium in the plasma and interstitial fluid, the levels are much lower than in the intracellular fluid.

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