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Test Code LAB103 Magnesium

Intended Use

Used in the diagnosis and treatment of hypomagnesemia and hypermagnesemia

Methodology

Colorimetric

Performing Laboratory

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume:   1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.11 mL)

Collection Instructions: Avoid hemolysis. Forward promptly.

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: 1 week

Frozen: -20C for 1 month

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

83735