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Magnesium

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday through Sunday


Test Code
MG


CPT Codes
83735

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma


Instructions
Spin down. Avoid hemolysis.


Transport Container
PST Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Colorimetric Assay

Reference Range
1.6-2.3 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
Used to quantify the amount of magnesium ions which are essential for maintenance of the functional and structural integrity of the myocardium.



Last Updated: January 30, 2013


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.