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
Flag for English language  English Magnesium deficiency
Flag for French language  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 Description
Magnesium aspartate

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.