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Mercury
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Mercury
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
DetailsMercury, Blood – This test checks for mercury, a very toxic metal that can be found in certain workplaces and in some ocean fish. It's important to measure mercury levels because high amounts in the body can be harmful to health.
What patients is this test right for?This test might be recommended for individuals who have been exposed to mercury through their job or who eat a lot of ocean fish that might be contaminated with mercury.
What type of sample is required for this test?4 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube. A blood draw is necessary.
Test Resources http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ45
Additional test information
This test might be recommended for individuals who have been exposed to mercury through their job or who eat a lot of ocean fish that might be contaminated with mercury.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Whole blood
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Related Sunridge care
Learn how Sunridge approaches Environmental Toxicity and ask whether this test is appropriate for your clinical question.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Whole blood. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
DetailsMercury, Blood - This test checks for mercury, a very toxic metal that can be found in certain workplaces and in some ocean fish. It's important to measure mercury levels because high amounts in the body can be harmful to health.
What patients is this test right for?This test might be recommended for individuals who have been exposed to mercury through their job or who eat a lot of ocean fish that might be contaminated with mercury.
What type of sample is required for this test?4 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA (royal blue-top) tube. A blood draw is necessary.
Test Resources http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ45
Additional details
This test might be recommended for individuals who have been exposed to mercury through their job or who eat a lot of ocean fish that might be contaminated with mercury.
Highlighted health areas
- Metals
- Environmental toxins
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Mercury, Blood