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Test Name: Magnesium
Test Code: 1550
Other Names: Magnesium (MG)
Test Includes: Magnesium (MG)
Specimen Requirements: Serum (preferred) or Plasma
Container: N/A
Collection Instructions: Separate serum or plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection. If green-top tube is used, transfer separated plasma to a plastic transfer tube.
Stability: Separated Samples are stable at Room temperature for 7 days, Refrigerated 7 days frozen 12 months
Rejection Criteria / Special Instructions: Use of anticoagulants containing citrate and fluoride. Moderate to Gross hemolysis; excessive lipemia; improper labeling
Methodology: Bichromatic endpoint