ICD-10 Specific code E61.2: Magnesium deficiency
Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
Translations
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
English
|
Magnesium deficiency |
French
|
Carence en magnésium |
Hierarchical position
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IV | Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases | |
| 2 | E50-E64 | Other nutritional deficiencies | |
| 3 | E61 | Deficiency of other nutrient elements | |
| 4 | E61.2 | Magnesium deficiency |
Indicated medicines
| Active Ingredient |
|---|
|
Magnesium is a cofactor in >300 enzymatic reactions. It acts as an essential co-factor for all ATP-binding enzymes. Magnesium plays an important role in cellular electrolyte homeostasis and in the neuromuscular membrane stabilization. |