URINE ELEMENTS

Spot urine analysis for elements like iodine, bromine, selenium, arsenic, cadmium, lithium and mercury is suitable for use in screening for nutritional status, toxic exposures or metabolic imbalances.

An advantage of spot urine testing for these analytes is that it is convenient and non-invasive whilst being a useful screening tool to identify acute or ongoing exposure to toxic heavy metals. It will reflect what is being excreted in the urine at that moment and can therefore be helpful in monitoring detoxification or chelation treatments.

Test details

• Test code: 1509
• Category: Environmental
• Kit requirements: Spot Urine
• Collection method: CI05.12.01
• Test method: Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
• Turnaround time: 7 business days

What is measured

• Arsenic
• Bromine
• Cadmium
• Iodine
• Lithium
• Mercury
• Selenium

Common clinical applications

• Cardiovascular Health
• Environmental Exposure & Toxicity
• Hormone Health & Fertility
• Mental and Emotional Health
  • Mental health
• Nutrient Deficiency
• Skin and Dermatological Health
• Thyroid Function

Resources

• Patient Brochure
• Sample Report

This test should be ordered and interpreted with guidance from a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Important: Test information is general only. Results should be interpreted with a qualified health practitioner and do not replace medical advice or diagnosis.