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Heavy Metals Profile I Blood Test

The Heavy Metals Profile I Blood Test monitors exposure to arsenic, lead, and mercury.


Test Code: 042580

CPT Code: 82175,83655,83825

Also Known As:

Methodology:

Atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS); inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

Patient should avoid seafood and red wine 72 hours prior to collection.

Test Results:

3-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Sample Report

Test Code: 7655

CPT Code: 82175,83655,83825

Also Known As:

Methodology:

Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

Patient should avoid seafood and red wine 72 hours prior to collection.

Test Results:

5-7 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

The Heavy Metals Profile I test measures the level of arsenic, lead and mercury in the blood.  Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.

Heavy Metal Poisoning can cause but is not limited to:

  • muscle pain
  • fatigue
  • vision problems
  • headaches
  • gastrointestinal pain

 

 

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