Magnesium is a cofactor of many enzyme systems. Decreased renal function as in dehydration, Diabetic acidosis & Addison’s disease, reduces the urinary excretion of magnesium. Chronic glomerulonephritis, Aldosteronism & Drugs like Cyclosporine enhance excretion. This assay is useful for assessing the cause of abnormal serum magnesium concentration and determining whether body is receiving adequate nutrition.

10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of random Urine in a sterile screw capped container. Do not use preservatives. Ship refrigerated or frozen.

Xylidyl blue

Daily

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No special preparation required