Lab test

Heavy Metal Toxicity Lab Test - 6 Common Heavy Metals Levels

The Heavy Metal Toxicity Lab Test measures the levels of six common heavy metals in a urine sample and includes a creatinine measurement to help interpret the result.

Typical price

From $398

Results

1-3 business days

Preparation

See preparation notes below

Sample

Blood draw or sample collection at a local center

The Heavy Metal Toxicity Lab Test measures the levels of six common heavy metals in a urine sample and includes a creatinine measurement to help interpret the result. It screens for exposure to arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, lead, mercury, and thallium. People may order it when they have known or suspected exposure through work, water, or the environment, or when they have symptoms their healthcare provider wants to evaluate. Results are screening information, and a healthcare provider interprets them with exposure history.

• Arsenic A heavy metal that can be measured in urine as a marker of exposure.
• Cadmium A heavy metal that can accumulate in the body and be measured in urine.
• Cobalt A metal that can be measured in urine as a marker of exposure.
• Lead A heavy metal that can be measured in urine as a marker of exposure.
• Mercury A heavy metal that can be measured in urine as a marker of exposure.
• Thallium A heavy metal that can be measured in urine as a marker of exposure.
• Creatinine (urine) Measured alongside the metals to help account for urine concentration.

• People with known or suspected occupational exposure to heavy metals
• Individuals concerned about exposure through water, food, or the environment
• People with symptoms their healthcare provider suspects may relate to metal exposure
• Those being monitored after a previous elevated metal result
• Individuals whose healthcare provider recommends a heavy metal screen

• A urine sample is collected for this test
• Follow any instructions about timing of collection provided with your order
• Avoid exposure to possible contaminants before collection when advised
• Tell the lab about your occupation, diet, and any supplements you take

Each metal is reported with a level, and the included creatinine measurement helps account for how concentrated the urine is. Elevated levels of arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, lead, mercury, or thallium may indicate recent or accumulated exposure, though results depend on timing and hydration. Reference ranges vary, so a healthcare provider interprets the findings with your exposure history. Discuss your heavy metal results with a healthcare provider before making any decisions.

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