The specimen of choice for measurement of potassium (K+) is plasma because:
A) anticoagulants preserve the potassium ionic activity better than serum.
B) platelets release potassium during the coagulation process in a serum sample.
C) hemolysis is easily avoided when obtaining a plasma sample.
D) the electrolyte exclusion effect is avoided in a plasma sample.
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