Arsenic, Urine Spot by ICPMS

This test identifies arsenic levels in your urine to detect recent or significant exposure to arsenic. Monitoring these levels helps assess potential poisoning from this toxic metalloid, crucial for prompt medical intervention to prevent associated health issues.

This test is primarily done to:

• Evaluate potential arsenic poisoning
• Assess environmental or occupational exposure risks
• Confirm suspected poisoning symptoms like abdominal pain or nausea
• Monitor therapy effectiveness in managing arsenic toxicity

This test is suggested if you:

• Show signs of acute arsenic toxicity
• Have a history of occupational arsenic exposure
• Live in areas with high environmental arsenic levels
• Require monitoring during chelation therapy for chronic arsenic poisoning

Possible implications of abnormal results include:

• Recent high-dose arsenic exposure
• Chronic low-dose arsenic poisoning

Discuss abnormal results with your healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.

During this test:

• Provide a urine sample in a special container over 24 hours.
• Store the sample as instructed.
• The laboratory analyses the sample for arsenic levels accurately.

Before the test:

• Stay hydrated
• Avoid food or drinks known to affect arsenic levels
• Follow any specific instructions from your healthcare provider for accurate results interpretation.

Other tests may include:

• Blood Arsenic Levels: Measures arsenic concentration in blood
• Hair Analysis: Detects long-term exposure to heavy metals like arsenic in hair samples
• Liver Function Tests: Evaluate liver health often affected by chronic arsenic exposure

Arsenic Toxicity Test or Urinary Arsenic Assay or Arsenic Poisoning Test

Arsenic poisoning occurs when you ingest or inhale elevated levels of arsenic over time. It can lead to symptoms such as abdominal pain, skin discolouration, and neurological issues. Long-term exposure may increase cancer risk and affect various organs like the skin, liver, and lungs.