Pseudonyms
Red cell magnesium
Collection Requirements
1 x Trace element tube K2EDTA (dark blue top) with a minimum 4mL of blood [DO NOT centrifuge]
Tube Colour
Dark Blue (Trace Metal)
Test image(s)
Requires own tube?
Yes
Reference Interval
Refer to report
Availability
Weekly/Fortnightly
Reference Laboratory
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology. Best Street, Bowen Hills. QLD 4068 03 3377 8666 f 07 3377 8722 (Sent via Melbourne Pathology)
Fee
Medicare rebate is available
Notes
Analyte Stability: 7 days refrigerated at 2-8°C. Performed daily Mon-Sat.
Test code: MGRC
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