Magnesium

CPT Code(s):

83785

Other Names:

Magnesium

Test Includes:

Magnesium

Specimen Requirements:

Serum (preferred)

Container

SST, Gold

Collection Instructions:

Separate the sample from cells as soon as possible.

Stability:

Specimens are stable up to one week at 2 - 8 ˚C.

Rejection Criteria / Special Instructions:

Hemolyzed specimens

Methodology:

AU Series