Metals - Toxic + Nutrient Elements - Red Blood Cell
Mosaic Diagnostics
Sample type: Red blood cells
Requires fasting: Yes
Phlebotomy is required for this test
Details
This test is an invaluable diagnostic method for assessing insufficiency or excess of elements that have important functions within cells or on blood cell membranes. RBC element levels are very useful for assessing cardiotonic influences, anti-inflammatory processes, anemia, immunological function, and glucose tolerance.
- Molybdenum
- Chromium
- Manganese
- Cadmium
- Mercury
- Arsenic
- Phosphorus
- Boron
- Cesium
- Thallium
- Zinc RBC
- Calcium (Ca)
- Iron
- Magnesium (Mg)
- Copper RBC
- Selenium RBC
- Lead RBC
- Potassium RBC
Estimated days for results: Results should arrive 10 business days after the lab receives samples.
MosaicDX offers a number of testing options for assessing nutrient and toxic (heavy metals) elements, including hair, red blood cells, whole blood, urine, and stool.
The most applicable sample type can be determined by considering several factors, including toxicokinetics, dose, length of exposure, route of exposure, and half-life. By using multiple sample types, practitioners can choose the most clinically relevant option. To gain a better understanding, please read on below.
Specimen Type Overview
- Urine (20-38 analytes): Exposure window of 1-2 weeks. Often used as a first screening before a detox program.
- Hair (39 analytes): Exposure window of 90-120 days. Best sample for lithium status in mental health evaluation.
- Whole Blood (22 analytes): Exposure window of 120 days. Useful as a screening tool.
- Red Blood Cell (18 analytes): Exposure window of 120 days. Best sample type to see nutrient status and determine what nutrients are present in the cells of the blood.
- Stool (13 analytes): Exposure window of 24-48 hours. Reflects ingested sources of metals such as food, water, and pharmaceuticals.
10 business days
Before You Start
- Follow the test collection instructions here.
- Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Thursday only.
- Hydrate well for 24-48 hours before your blood draw.
3 Days Before Collection
- Avoid taking non-essential medications and dietary supplements that contain minerals.
- DO NOT discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your healthcare provider.
1 Day Before Collection
- Fast overnight before your blood draw.
- Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
- Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
