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MAGNESIUM RBC

Test Code:MR55Specimen 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:83735Testing Location:AML
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

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