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What causes a high Myoglobin?

Normal range 25-72 ng/mL (25-72 µg/L SI). Specimen: Serum. See the full Myoglobin reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.

Above the range

Common causes of a high Myoglobin

  • Early MI (rises within 1-2 h)
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Muscle trauma

What is the normal range for Myoglobin?

The standard teaching reference range for Myoglobin is 25-72 ng/mL in conventional units, or 25-72 µg/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum.

Myoglobin reference range and specimen details
SpecimenSerum
Conventional range25-72 ng/mL
SI range25-72 µg/L
PanelCardiac Markers

Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Myoglobin normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.

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