Metal Screen 3, Urine - Book Test at Low Cost

Metals are found naturally in our surroundings. They are found in medications, food and supplements and it can be present in the air that we inhale cause of industrial pollution. These metals are everywhere so we get in its contact pretty easily. it is okay to have a normal amount of metal in your body but an increased level can be damaging for your body and can cause metal poisoning.

Effects of the metal in your body depends on the metal ingested, your age and the amount of the metal present in your body. Small infants and unborn babies can get chronic health issues from getting into the contact of these metals. Metal poisoning can develop slowly over a period of time or at once if exposed to a huge amount of metal. Metals like lead, arsenic, cobalt, mercury, chromium and cadmium are one of the most reactive metals that have potential to cause long term harm to human body and to even a foetus developing in the womb.

Metal Screen 3, Urine test is done to know if you or your baby has been affected by metal poisoning. The jobs that involve the usage of these metals should get this test done to ensure the security of their employees.

When to get this test done

If you are having following symptoms

• Nausea
• Difficulty in breathing
• Chills
• Feeling weak
• Diarrhoea
• Difficulty in concentration
• Unusual change in heartbeat.

Type of specimen for this test

Urine sample is taken as specimen for Metal Screen 3, urine test.

Precautions

• Avoid eating medications that has any kind of metal in it.
• Some sea food has a high level of mercury, so you are advised to avoid it at least 48 hours prior the test
• Iodine or gadolinium used for MRI’s will interfere with results so the test should be done only after 96 hours are over before the test

Documents Required for Metal Screen 3, Urine Test

• Doctor’s prescription
• A valid government issued id proof

What is the Cost of Metal Screen 3, Urine Test?

The cost of Metal Screen 3, Urine test can be from INR 7000 to INR 8000.

Why Choose Ganesh Diagnostic

Ganesh diagnostic has made their name in pathology industry by years of hard work and our patient’s trust in our ability. Our Laboratories are driven by the latest machines that provides reports that are highly accurate.