Magnesium, Urine Random
Test Mnemonic
UMAGR
CPT Codes
- 83735 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
19124-7
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mL | Urine, random | Urine | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
1 - 2 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Colorimetric Endpoint |
Special Info
Random urine collected in clean polypropylene container with no metal caps, glued inserts or preservatives. Do not allow specimen to come into contact with metal or rubber.
Clinical Info
Evaluation of magnesium balance