title: Measurement of magnesium in human tissues and fluids: a historical perspective.
abstract: The history of the development of methods to measure magnesium in biological systems is reviewed. The current optimal methods are discussed in detail as are some highly sensitive methods which may be used in special circumstances.
mesh_terms: D001826:Body Fluids / Q000032:analysis; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D008274:Magnesium / Q000032:analysis* / Q000266:history
chemical_list: D008274:Magnesium