Titanium Blood Test

Measures the amount of titanium in the blood typically associated with industrial exposure or medical procedures.

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LabCorp

Sample Report

Test Code: 792620

CPT Code: 83018

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Methodology: Inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 4-8 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Specifically titanium (along with chromium and /or cobalt) are often used in artificial joints. They may corrode when they come in contact with body fluids, and when their surfaces dissolves the metals can enter into the bodys circulation. These three can also combine with the proteins in the body which can result in an allergic immune condition such as a skin rash.

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