Toxic Elements Clearance Urine Profile (add-on only)-Genova Kit:
Note: This is a home collection test kit that will be mailed to you.
Coupon Codes not valid for Add-on testing. Fasting Required: Yes 12 hours Lab: Genova Diagnostics Specimen: Urine Results: Average processing time 7-10 business days Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance. Special Instructions: 2 Days before the test discontinue all of the following (unless instructed otherwise by your physician): • Supplements containing creatinine, vitamin C or any mineral elements measured on this test • Other substances that may influence urinary element excretion of elements • Seafood (unless asked to continue by your healthcare provider) • Continue with the above food restrictions until your sample is completely collected • Female patients should not collect urine during a menstrual period. Description: The Toxic Element Clearance Profile is a toxic exposure test which measures urinary excretion of a diverse range of potentially harmful elements. Both well-known toxins such as lead and mercury are assessed in this toxic element test.The Toxic Element Clearance Profile offers an advanced, comprehensive assessment of toxic and potentially toxic elements excreted in the urine. In addition to measuring classic elemental toxins, this profile includes elements used in medical, aerospace, nuclear, and high-tech electronic industries. Use of these potential toxins is increasing because of their growing commercial, industrial, and medical applications.
Analytes Tested:
- Aluminum
- Antimony
- Arsenic
- Barium
- Bismuth
- Cadmium
- Cesium
- Creatinine
- Gadolinium
- Gallium
- Lead
- Mercury
- Nickel
- Platinum
- Rubidium
- Sulfur
- Thallium
- Tin
- Tungsten
- Uranium