MANGANESE,EDTA WHOLE BLOOD

A test that measures manganese levels in the blood, used to assess exposure to manganese or diagnose conditions like manganese toxicity or deficiency.

Also known asManganeseBlood ManganeseBlood

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

1 parameters

Earliest reports in

Next Day

Test details

MANGANESE,EDTA WHOLE BLOOD Test in Mangaluru Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
MANGANESE,EDTA WHOLE BLOOD includes 1 parameter

  • Manganese
Frequently Asked Questions

This test measures the levels of manganese in the blood to assess toxicity, deficiency, or exposure to excessive manganese from occupational or environmental sources.

Individuals exposed to high manganese levels through mining, welding, or contaminated drinking water should take this test. It is also recommended for those showing signs of toxicity, such as tremors, memory issues, or neurological disorders.

A blood sample is taken and analyzed for manganese concentration, often using atomic absorption spectroscopy or mass spectrometry.

Excess manganese can cause neurological symptoms similar to Parkinson’s disease, including tremors and difficulty walking. High levels may also suggest liver dysfunction.

Yes, avoiding exposure to manganese, dietary adjustments, and treating underlying conditions like liver disease can help manage abnormal levels.

Test code

9146

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
Edta Whole BloodLavender Vacutainer3 ML

Specimen stability information

Edta Whole Blood

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Monday,Wednesday,Friday TIME - 11:00

Turn around time

Next Day

Performing locations

Department

  • Metals

CPT and Loinc codes

MANGANESE,EDTA WHOLE BLOOD

3350