Micronutrient, Mercury, Blood
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Whole blood
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test measures the level of mercury, a highly toxic metal found in certain industrial environments and in contaminated ocean fish. Understanding mercury levels is crucial for assessing exposure and potential health risks.
- Mercury, Blood
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Micronutrient, Mercury, Blood
This test measures the level of mercury, a highly toxic metal found in certain industrial environments and in contaminated ocean fish. Understanding mercury levels is crucial for assessing exposure and potential health risks.
This test measures the level of mercury, a highly toxic metal found in certain industrial environments and in contaminated ocean fish. Understanding mercury levels is crucial for assessing exposure and potential health risks.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is particularly important for individuals who might have been exposed to high levels of mercury through their environment or diet.
Symptoms of mercury exposure can include:
Symptoms of mercury exposure can include:
- Mood swings
- Numbness or tingling
- Memory problems
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty speaking or hearing
- High blood pressure
What type of sample is required for this test?
4 mL whole blood.
The sample must be collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube.
The sample must be collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube.
Test Resources:
For more information on mercury exposure and health implications, please consult health resources or your healthcare provider.
2–5 business days
≥18 years ≤10 mcg/L
Reference range not available for individuals <18 years for this micronutrient test.
Reference range not available for individuals <18 years for this micronutrient test.
Avoid seafood consumption for 48 hours prior to sample collection.
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA trace metal-free (royal blue-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 2 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: EDTA (royal blue-top) tube
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (Cold Packs)
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 30 days
- Refrigerated: 30 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria:
- Clotted
Minimum age:
18
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
