MAGNESIUM RBC | |
|---|---|
| Test Code:MR55 | Specimen Collection:Whole Blood |
| Component: Magnesium RBC | Method: ICP/MS |
| Collection Notes:Leave: Patient should avoid taking mineral herbal supplements or vitamins for at least one week prior to specimen collection. | |
| Clinical Utility:Magnesium RBC measurement aids in the evaluation of magnesium nutritional status. | |
| CPT Code:83735 | Testing Location:AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Whole Blood, EDTA (0.5 mL) Ambient 72 Hours Refrigerated 7 Days Whole Blood, EDTA Trace Metal (3 mL) Ambient 10 Days Refrigerated 10 Days | |