| EX1483 MERCURY, 24 HOUR URINE |
| Specimen: |
10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of 24-hour urine was collected in an acid-washed (metal-free) container kit. Mix thoroughly. Transfer 10 mL aliquot to the vial provided in the kit. Measure 24-hour total volume and record on vial and test request form. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 24 hrs |
48 hrs |
1 week |
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| Method: |
ICPMS |
| Comment: |
If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours. |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Mercury, a highly toxic metal is present in select industrial environments and in contaminated ocean fish. Urinary measurement is the most reliable way to assess exposure to inorganic mercury. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Physician |
| Disease: |
Industrial diseases |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
ATOMIC ABSORPTION |
| Pre Test Information: |
The patient should avoid eating predatory fish like Swordfish, Tuna, and sharks at least 3 days prior to specimen collection. If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours. |
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