COBALT 24 HOUR URINE Test
Test Name: COBALT 24 HOUR URINE Test
Components: Cobalt
Price: 750.0 AED
Sample Condition: 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of 24-hour urine collected in a metal-free container kit available from LPL. Mix thoroughly. Transfer 10 mL aliquot to the vial provided in the kit. Measure 24-hour total volume and record on vial and test request form. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Patient should avoid mineral supplements, Vitamin B12, or Vitamin B Complex 3 days prior to specimen collection. Use powderless gloves during specimen collection.
Report Delivery: Sample Daily by 6 pm; Report Next day
Method: ICPMS
Test Type: Industrial diseases
Doctor: Physician
Test Department: Biophysics
Pre Test Information: Patient should avoid mineral supplements, Vitamin B12, or Vitamin B Complex 3 days prior to specimen collection. If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours.
Test Details:
The Cobalt 24-hour urine test is a medical test that measures the amount of cobalt in a person’s urine over a 24-hour period. Cobalt is a naturally occurring element found in the environment and used in various industries, such as metalworking and battery production.
This test is typically ordered when there is a suspicion of cobalt toxicity or exposure. Cobalt toxicity can occur through occupational exposure, such as in workers in the metal industry or battery manufacturing, or through the use of certain medical devices, such as metal-on-metal hip implants.
Symptoms of cobalt toxicity can include respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, neurological symptoms, and skin irritation. The Cobalt 24-hour urine test helps assess the level of cobalt in the body and determine if it is within a safe range.
During the test, the patient is instructed to collect all urine produced over a 24-hour period. The urine is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The laboratory measures the concentration of cobalt in the urine and provides a report to the healthcare provider.
It is important to note that the Cobalt 24-hour urine test is not a routine test and is only ordered when there is a specific concern for cobalt toxicity or exposure. The test results should be interpreted in conjunction with the patient’s symptoms and medical history to determine the appropriate course of action.
| Test Name | COBALT 24 HOUR URINE Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 750.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of 24-hour urine collected in metal free container kit available from LPL. Mix thoroughly. Transfer 10 mL aliquot to vial provided in kit. Measure 24 hour total volume and record on vial and test request form. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Patient should avoid mineral supplements, Vitamin B12 or Vitamin B Complex 3 days prior to specimen collection. Use powderless gloves during specimen collection. |
| Report Delivery | Sample Daily by 6 pm; Report Next day |
| Method | ICPMS |
| Test type | Industrial diseases |
| Doctor | Physician |
| Test Department: | BIOPHYSICS |
| Pre Test Information | Patient should avoid mineral supplements, Vitamin B12 or Vitamin B Complex 3 days prior to specimen collection.If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, the specimen should not be collected for 96 hours. |
| Test Details |
The Cobalt 24-hour urine test is a medical test that measures the amount of cobalt in a person’s urine over a 24-hour period. Cobalt is a naturally occurring element that is found in the environment and is also used in various industries, such as metalworking and battery production. This test is typically ordered when there is a suspicion of cobalt toxicity or exposure. Cobalt toxicity can occur through occupational exposure, such as in workers in the metal industry or battery manufacturing, or through the use of certain medical devices, such as metal-on-metal hip implants. Symptoms of cobalt toxicity can include respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, neurological symptoms, and skin irritation. This test helps to assess the level of cobalt in the body and determine if it is within a safe range. During the test, the patient is instructed to collect all urine produced over a 24-hour period. The urine is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The laboratory measures the concentration of cobalt in the urine and provides a report to the healthcare provider. It is important to note that the Cobalt 24-hour urine test is not a routine test and is only ordered when there is a specific concern for cobalt toxicity or exposure. The test results should be interpreted in conjunction with the patient’s symptoms and medical history to determine the appropriate course of action. |
