Biochemistry
| Full details for "Magnesium". | |
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Name |
Magnesium |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Serum Magnesium is useful in evaluating disorders of magnesium, calcium and potassium homeostasis. It can also be checked in the assessment of suspected malnutrition or malabsorption, and in monitoring the response to magnesium supplementation |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
1 day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Haemolysis invalidates. Chelating anti-coagulants such as EDTA, fluoride or oxalate must be avoided. EDTA contaminated samples will not be reported for Magnesium. Refer to order of draw to prevent contamination |
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Reference range |
0.7 - 1.0 mmol/L |
Last updated |
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:46:29 GMT |