Reference ranges and concentrations
3These ranges are pulled from the existing EH diagnostic-test reference range tables. They can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, sample type and clinical situation.
| Biological marker/agent / concentration | Reference range | Unit | Age | Gender | Category / test group |
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| Magnesium (Mg, Blood) | 1.3 – 2.6 | mEq/L | Adult ( > 16y) | Both | Blood Studies / Electrolytes |
| Magnesium (Mg, Blood) | 1.4 – 2.2 | mEq/L | Birth - 2wks | Both | Blood Studies / Electrolytes |
| Magnesium (Mg, Blood) | 1.4 – 1.8 | mEq/L | Child (< 10y) | Both | Blood Studies / Electrolytes |
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Full article / legacy information
Magnesium Concentration (Mg, Blood)
ID 487
Summary References
Treatments:
1. McBain AM, Brown IR, Menzies DG, Campbell IW. Effects of improved glycaemic control on calcium and magnesium homeostasis in type II diabetes. J Clin Pathol 1988;41:933-35.
2. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8173141
3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7977315
4. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7786695