Laboratory Medicine Program


Magnesium, fluid

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of magnesium is used in the diagnosis and treatment of hypermagnesemia and monitoring of patients receiving prolonged magnesium-free intravenous therapy.
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Method: Automated method; Advia

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
N/A

Specimen Type: Body Fluid
Volume: 1 mL (minimum: 0.5 mL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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