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Heavy Metals Profile – 3, Hair
Also known as: Heavy Metals Profile - 3, Hair
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Sample Type
Blood
Recommended for
Male, Female
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Within 24 Hours
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Overview
Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements found in the environment. They can enter your body through food, water, and air, and accumulate in your body over time, causing serious health problems. Exposure can cause various problems like kidney damage, cognitive disorders, skin and lung irritation, and nervous system damage.
Heavy Metals Profile - 3, Hair Price
Metropolis Healthcare is a leading diagnostics centre and pathology lab in India equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies that provides the Heavy Metals Profile - 3, Hair with a clear pricing structure.
The Heavy Metals Profile - 3, Hair Price in Mumbai is ₹ 18,375 .
We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
This test measures the levels/concentration of 18 different heavy metals - mercury, arsenic, lead, cadmium, chromium, Aluminium, Antimony, barium, beryllium, plaitnum, Tin, Siver, cobalt, nickel, thallium, uranium, cesium, tungsten in your hair.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of heavy metal chelation therapy.
- Monitor environmental or occupational exposure to heavy metals in high-risk individuals.
- Investigate suspected heavy metal toxicity.
Doctors may recommend this test if
- You have been exposed to heavy metals due to your occupation or hobbies.
- You have symptoms or signs of heavy metal toxicity such as fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, headaches, and memory problems.
- You have a history of heavy metal poisoning or chelation therapy.
- You want to assess your environmental exposure to heavy metals.
Abnormal results may indicate toxic levels of heavy metals in your body and exposure to environmental pollutants or occupational hazards.
During this test, a small sample of hair will be collected from your scalp or any other part of your body to be sent to the lab for analysis.
No special preparation is necessary for this test. However, please reach out to your healthcare provider for any specific requirements.
Other tests that may be ordered alongside Heavy Metals Profile – 3, Hair include the following:
- Urine heavy metals testing: This measures the levels of heavy metals in your urine and is used to assess recent exposure to heavy metals.
- Blood heavy metals testing: This measures the levels of heavy metals in your blood and can be used to diagnose acute heavy metal toxicity.
Hair metals analysis or hair metal toxicity testing
Mineral hair analysis is claimed to surpass blood or urine tests in determining individual mineral levels. Hair represents a longer time frame, potentially spanning years, in contrast to urine and blood tests that reflect only recent and current conditions. The higher concentration of elements in hair is expected to yield more precise and sensitive analytical results.
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We offer a comprehensive range of 4000+ clinical laboratory tests and profiles, which are used for prediction, early detection, diagnostic screening, confirmation and/or monitoring of the disease.
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