Aluminium Plasma Test
Also known as: Aluminium Blood Test, Plasma Aluminium Test, Aluminum Level Test
Aluminium Plasma Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹2,340. Uses ICPMS on Plasma samples. Results in Sample collected daily by 6 pm; report available the next day.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Narla Nirmala Kumari
Consultant Pharmacologist · Reg: AMC4992
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To measure aluminium concentration in plasma for diagnosing aluminium toxicity and guiding treatment decisions.
- Test Code
- 88
- Price
- ₹2,340
- Sample Type
- Plasma
- Result Time
- Sample collected daily by 6 pm; report available the next day.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- ICPMS
Sample Collection
Patients should refrain from taking antacids and aluminium containing medications. If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, specimen should not be collected for 96 hours. Use only specified containers available from LPL.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Blood sample collected from arm vein using specified metal-free tube with powderless gloves.
Report Delivery
Sample should be refrigerated or frozen immediately after collection.
Timeline: Sample collected daily by 6 pm; report available the next day.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To measure aluminium concentration in plasma for diagnosing aluminium toxicity and guiding treatment decisions.
How to Prepare
- Use powderless gloves during specimen collection.
- Specimen must be collected in 1 metal free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube.
- Ship sample refrigerated or frozen to maintain stability.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Narla Nirmala Kumari — MBBS, MD (Pharmacology) · Reg. No. AMC4992
"This test is crucial for diagnosing aluminium toxicity, especially in patients with occupational exposure or renal impairment, to guide treatment and prevent complications."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample contaminated or collected in wrong container.
- Specimen not refrigerated or frozen as required.
- Patient did not adhere to pre-test medication restrictions.
Understanding Your Results
No significant aluminium accumulation; clinical correlation recommended if symptoms present.
Range: 0-20 µg/L
Level: Normal
Possible aluminium exposure; further evaluation needed to identify source and assess for toxicity.
Range: >20 µg/L
Level: Elevated
If test results are elevated or if you experience persistent symptoms such as confusion, memory loss, or bone pain.
Limitations
- ⚠Elevated aluminium levels do not always indicate clinical toxicity; results must be interpreted with symptoms and medical history.
- ⚠Test may not detect chronic low-level exposure; additional tests may be needed.
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor pain or bruising at the blood draw site.
- ●Rare risk of infection or fainting.
Interfering Factors
- ●Use of antacids or aluminium-containing medications prior to test.
- ●Administration of Gadolinium or Iodine contrast media within 96 hours.
- ●Contamination of sample during collection or processing.
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