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    What is Magnesium (Mg) Test?

    A Magnesium blood test evaluates the amount of magnesium in a sample of blood. Magnesium is a vital mineral and an electrolyte, which plays an essential role in maintaining the body’s fluid balance and acid-base (pH) balance. It supports the normal function of nerves, muscles, and the heart, and is also involved in regulating blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

    Most of the magnesium in the body is stored in bones, tissues, and organs, with only a small amount present in the blood. The kidneys play a critical role in managing blood magnesium levels by filtering out excess magnesium and conserving it when needed, while the intestines handle magnesium absorption from the diet. Abnormal magnesium levels can be a sign of issues with kidney or intestinal function, which makes the Magnesium test in Gurgaon or a nearby location a key diagnostic tool for various medical conditions.

    Magnesium (Mg) Test Parameters

    The Magnesium test checks one key parameter: the level of magnesium in the blood. Doctors usually recommend this test when they suspect an abnormality in magnesium levels. Low magnesium is more frequently found than high levels. Additionally, the test can help diagnose the reasons behind imbalances in other minerals like calcium, potassium, and phosphorus, as magnesium is vital for their absorption in the body.

    Magnesium (Mg) Test Preparation

    ● Prerequisites Fasting is not a requirement for the Magnesium test.

    ● Best Time to Get Tested This test can be performed at any time of day.

    ● Who Should Get a Magnesium Test? If you are experiencing symptoms of magnesium deficiency or excess, this test might be useful. It is also recommended for managing chronic health conditions or treatments that influence magnesium levels.

    ● Cautions Before Taking a Magnesium Test There are no special precautions you need to take before this test.

    Why Take the Magnesium (Mg) Test?

    There are several reasons to consider scheduling a Magnesium test:

    ● Identify Symptoms: Both low and high magnesium levels can trigger specific symptoms. Symptoms of low magnesium include:

    • Muscle cramps

    • Numbness or tingling

    • Seizures (in cases of severe deficiency)

    • Nausea and vomiting

    • Loss of appetite

    • Fatigue and weakness

    • Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)

    Symptoms of high magnesium are similar but can also include:

    • Diarrhoea

    • Abdominal cramping

    • Cardiac arrest (in extreme cases)

    ● Monitor Chronic Conditions: Regular magnesium testing is important for managing chronic conditions such as kidney disease, diabetes, malnutrition, long-term diarrhoea, low potassium or calcium levels, malabsorption syndrome, and alcohol use disorder.

    ● Medication Management: If you are taking medications like diuretics, proton pump inhibitors, or magnesium-containing drugs, it is essential to monitor your magnesium levels to avoid potential complications.

    ● Detect Mineral Imbalances: Since magnesium is involved in the absorption of calcium, potassium, and other minerals, a Magnesium test can help identify the causes of imbalances in these minerals.

    Magnesium (Mg) Test Results and Interpretation

    Properly interpreting your Magnesium test results is essential for diagnosing and managing medical conditions. Normal magnesium levels typically range between 1.6 and 2.3 mg/dL. Abnormal levels may indicate the following:

    ● High levels: Elevated magnesium levels, known as hypermagnesemia, indicate excess magnesium in the blood. Possible causes include:

    • Use of antacids containing magnesium salts

    • Addison's disease (adrenal gland dysfunction)

    • Severe preeclampsia or eclampsia treated with magnesium sulphate as an anticonvulsant

    ● Low levels: Low magnesium, or hypomagnesemia, can occur due to:

    • Low calcium (hypocalcaemia) or potassium (hypokalaemia)

    • Long-term intravenous feeding (hyperalimentation)

    • Intravenous therapies

    • Diabetes, especially during the treatment of ketoacidosis

    • Alcoholism

    • Malnutrition or issues with nutrient absorption

    • Hyperparathyroidism

    • Dialysis

    • Pregnancy

    • Hyperaldosteronism

    If your test shows abnormal magnesium levels, your doctor will review your medical history and other relevant tests to determine the underlying cause. Since many factors can affect magnesium levels, discussing your results with your doctor will provide a clearer understanding of what they mean for your overall health.

    FAQs on Magnesium (Mg) Test in Gurgaon

    The Magnesium test in Gurgaon costs ₹450, and this price includes home sample collection. The sample will be picked up within 60 minutes after booking, and test results will be provided within 9 hours from collection.

    Booking a Magnesium test at home is easy and convenient. Once confirmed, an eMedic will arrive at your preferred location within 60 minutes to collect the sample for testing.

    The Magnesium test evaluates magnesium levels in the blood, helping to diagnose or monitor conditions such as kidney disease, diabetes, malabsorption, and electrolyte imbalances, while assessing mineral and metabolic health overall.

    You are not required to fast before getting a Magnesium test in Gurgaon.

    To book a Magnesium test via our platform, follow these simple steps:

    ● Search for the Test: Look for the Magnesium test in Gurgaon and navigate to the Orange Health page from the search results.

    ● Review and Verify: Select the test, check any prerequisites, enter your location, and confirm your booking by choosing a convenient time for home sample collection.

    ● Sample Collection: A certified eMedic will come to your home to collect the sample at the scheduled time.

    ● Laboratory Processing: The home sample will be sent to our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratory for processing and analysis.

    ● Receive Results: You will receive the results for your Magnesium test via email or WhatsApp within 9 hours, and they can also be accessed through our app.

    The acceptable range for normal Magnesium test levels is between 1.6 and 2.3 mg/dL.

    Once you book your Magnesium test at home, a trained eMedic from Orange Health Labs will visit to collect your sample within 60 minutes after booking confirmation. This collection will take less than 5 minutes, and you’ll have your results online within 9 hours following the sample collection.

    Your doctor will recommend how often to take the Magnesium test after conducting a thorough evaluation of your health.

    The magnesium test assesses only one parameter: the magnesium level in the blood sample.

    Orange Health offers the fastest magnesium testing in Gurgaon, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical lab visit. Localities in Gurgaon include but are not limited to DLF Phase 1, DLF Phase 2, DLF Phase 3, DLF Phase 4, DLF Phase 5, Sector 14, Sector 15, Sector 21, Sector 22, Sector 23, Sector 24, Sector 29, Sector 31, Sector 40, Sector 42, Sector 43, Sector 45, Sector 46, Sector 50, Sector 51, Sector 52, Sector 53, Sector 54, Sector 55, Sector 56.

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    References

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    2. Magnesium blood test. [Internet]. NHS Health.  Available from:  https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/magnesium
    3. Cascella M, Vaqar S. Hypermagnesemia. [Updated 2023 Jun 4]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan  Available from:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549811/
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    Magnesium (Mg) Test in Gurgaon

    Test NameMagnesium (Mg) Test
    PriceThe Magnesium (Mg) Test price is ₹ 450.
    Also Known AsMagnesium-Serum, Mg, Mag
    PurposeTo measure Magnesium levels in the blood
    Pre-test InformationFasting is not required for a Magnesium (Mg) Test
    Report DeliveryGet reports within 9 hours.
    FrequencyAs prescribed by your doctor.
    Home TestingYes, home blood sample collection in 60 minutes from booking.
    Sample RequiredA blood sample is required for a Magnesium (Mg) Test

    Magnesium (Mg) Test Price in Gurgaon

    The Magnesium (Mg) Test cost in Gurgaon is ₹ 450. This Magnesium (Mg) Test price includes the fastest home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, and the reports are available in 9 hours.

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