The association between illness and electrolyte imbalances isn’t a new concept, but it’s come back into the spotlight more recently, with recent studies examining electrolyte imbalances and COVID-19.
The results are quite interesting, as they reveal possible diagnostic opportunities and therapeutic interventions to help reduce the severity of  COVID-19. Also, a correlation has been found between low electrolyte levels in the year before someone contracted the virus and higher mortality.
The relationship between the severity of COVID-19 outcomes and low levels of specific electrolytes suggests that they could be an easy predictor for those who may develop severe disease. Also, early prediction of critical cases through testing for specific electrolyte imbalances may help identify patients who will likely benefit from early therapeutic and preventive measures that could reduce mortality….