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Magnesium

Test Code
MG


Alias/See Also
MG, MAG


CPT Codes
83735

Preferred Specimen
Light GREEN (PST)


Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum (Red) or Gold (SST) or Orange (OJ) or Tiger Top Serum


Instructions
No hemolysis.


Reference Range
0-3 Months:  1.7-2.2 mg/dL    Critical:  <1.0;   >5.0
>3 Months:    1.5-2.5 mg/dL    Critical:  <1.0.  >5.0
       
LND (Labor and Delivery) Locations:  1.5-2.5 mg/dL    Critical:  <1.0.  >8.0


Clinical Significance
Magnesium is a mineral that is vital for energy production, muscle contraction, nerve function, and the maintenance of strong bones. It comes into the body through the diet and is absorbed by the small intestine and colon. Magnesium is stored in the bones, cells, and tissues. Normally, only about 1% of total body magnesium is present in the blood and this makes it difficult to get an accurate measurement of total magnesium content.


Performing Laboratory
CRMC Laboratory
CCMC Laboratory
CCI Laboratory
FHSH Laboratory



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.