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HelpTest Code U Mg Urine, Magnesium Level
Aliases
Random urine magnesium
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Collection Method
Sterile urine collection
Minimum Volume
- Adults: 0.5 ml
- Pediatric: 0.3 ml
Container
Sterile Urine Cup
Preferred Specimen
Sterile Urine Cup
Acceptable Specimens
Urine
Reference or Target Ranges
No reference values for random urine given
Reportable Units
mg/dL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
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| Hemolysis Threshold | 500 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 30 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 500 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
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| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 3 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 1 year |
Performance Information
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| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | UH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Siemens Atellica - Colorimetric Assay |
CPT Codes
83735