Mercury
A blood test to determine the level of mercury in the bloodstream, useful for diagnosing mercury poisoning or chronic exposure.
Also known asMercuryBlood MercuryBlood
Test details
Mercury Test in Aluva Overview
Preparations
No special preparations needed
Test included
Mercury includes 1 parameter
- Mercury
Frequently Asked Questions
This test measures mercury levels in the blood, often used for toxicity assessment.
Following are the symptoms of mercury poisoning:
- Neurological issues (tremors, memory loss)
Digestive problems
<10 µg/L of mercury is considered safe for the human body.
To reduce chances of mercury poisoning:
- Avoid high-mercury fish (shark, swordfish)
- Reduce industrial exposure
Test code
9138
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Edta Whole Blood | Lavender Vacutainer | 1 ML |
Specimen stability information
Edta Whole Blood
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Monday,Wednesday,Friday TIME - 11:00
Turn around time
Next Day
Performing locations
Department
- Metals
CPT and Loinc codes
Mercury
Package price
₹2835
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