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Epic Test Code LAB21057 Magnesium: Urine, random

Performing Location(s)

BMC

Specimen Type

Random Urine

Preferred Container

Random Urine Tube

Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing

5 mL Urine

  • Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.  

Storage Requirements

Specimens not delivered to the laboratory within 1 hour should be refrigerated

Transportation Needs

Deliver specimens to the laboratory within 1 hour of collection. If not possible, see “storage requirements”

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen

Specimen collected with unacceptable preservative
> 12hrs Room temperature
> 24hrs Refrigerated

Limitations

Hemolysis will falsely elevate values. Calcium > 40 mg/dL will cause slight interference

Reference Values

Population Units Reference Range
All Populations mg/dL 1.0 - 13.0

 

Available STAT

Yes

Days of Analysis

All

Methodology

Beckman AU/Dx Series

CPT Code

83735

Last Updated

27-Sept-23 MS