Biochemistry
| Full details for "Magnesium ". | |
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Name |
Magnesium |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
This test is useful when assessing causes of abnormal serum magnesium levels, nutritional magnesium adequacy or in a renal stone workup. Measurement of contemporaneous urine creatinine along with serum creatinine and magnesium may be useful in calculating fractional excretion rates. |
Specimen type |
Random Urine |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Universal container / 5mL |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
3 days |
Availability |
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Notes |
Special Timing of Sample: Random Units: mmol/L |
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Last updated |
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:20:54 IST |