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Test ID: MG U

Magnesium, 24 hr Urine

Test Overview

Method

Colorimetry

Analytical Platform

Ortho Vitro Microslide

Method Description

Formazan dye derivative

Result Included

Magnesium

Specimen

Specimen Type

Urine (24 hr)

Volume

Sample Volume

50 mL

Collection & Handling

Additional Information

Provide collection date and volume (in litres).

Performance & Interpretation

Turnaround Time

2 days

Results

Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
  1. Magnesium
    mmol/d
    1.0 - 7.0
    mEq/d x 0.500

Referral Location

Canada

Interface & Setup

HL7 Interface Codes

Order Code Result Name Result Codes Units
MG U MAGNESIUM IN 24 HOUR URINE 4231 mmol/d
VOLUME OF URINE 24 HR IN L (IN HOUSE) 34592 L

Test Version

Last Updated

2023-05-23