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Cadmium Test (Urine)
Cadmium Test (Urine)
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Cadmium can remain stored in the body for years, especially in the kidneys. The Cadmium Urine Test helps detect long-term accumulation and how much cadmium your body is excreting. It is a key marker for chronic exposure, particularly in individuals with occupational or environmental risk factors.
Why the Cadmium Test Via Urine is Important?
Cadmium Test (Urine) effectively measures cumulative exposure, offering crucial insights into kidney health and potential risks from cadmium accumulation.
Alongside urine testing, a blood test for Cadmium offers additional insight into cadmium levels in the body.
What Gets Assessed?
- Cadmium levels in urine
Turnaround Time
- 6 Days
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Visit a partner clinic (+£50)
Once you've ordered your test, look out for an email from our phlebotomy partners containing information and a link to book your appointment. We'll send you everything the clinic will need to complete the sample and post it back to our labs.
Organise a Nurse Yourself
If none of the above options work for you, you can arrange your own medical professional to collect your sample. There is no additional charge for this. Once you've ordered your test, we'll send you everything you and your chosen medical professional will need to collect a sample and post it back to our labs.
How Our Test Works
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Place Your Order
Place your order online and receive a test kit delivered to your home. You’ll need to bring this kit with you to your scheduled appointment at one of our partner blood collection clinics.
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Attend Your Appointment
At your chosen clinic, a trained nurse or phlebotomist will collect your blood sample using the kit you bring. If a sample collection courier is not available at the site, you’ll be asked to take the sealed sample with you and post it using the prepaid packaging provided.
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Receive Your Results
Once your results are ready, you’ll receive an email notification to log in and view them securely via your private portal. Please note: venous blood test results are not automatically reviewed by a doctor. We recommend booking a consultation with a qualified clinician to help you interpret and understand your results fully.
FAQs
Why is Cadmium Urine Testing Important?
This test reflects the body’s long-term storage and excretion of cadmium, making it useful for monitoring ongoing exposure.
Who should take this test?
It is recommended for industrial workers, smokers, or individuals living near known sources of cadmium exposure.
What health problems are associated with Cadmium?
High levels of cadmium can contribute to kidney disease, weakened bones, and lung-related conditions.
How is this test different from cadmium test performed via blood?
The urine test provides information on long-term exposure, while the blood test is better suited to detect more recent exposure.
Is a 24-hour collection needed?
In some cases, a 24-hour collection may be advised for greater accuracy. Your healthcare provider will confirm the most appropriate method.
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