Cadmium 24 Hour Urine Test
Short Name: Cadmium 24h Urine Test
Also known as: 24-hour urine cadmium test, Urine cadmium test
Cadmium 24 Hour Urine Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,500. Uses ICPMS on Urine samples. Results in Report available next day after sample receipt.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Ramarao Paidisetty
Consultant Biochemist · Reg: 21504
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To assess cadmium exposure levels in the body for diagnosis and monitoring of industrial diseases.
- Test Code
- 249
- Price
- ₹4,500
- Sample Type
- Urine
- Result Time
- Report available next day after sample receipt.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- ICPMS
Sample Collection
Avoid eating seafood for at least 3 days. Ensure no Gadolinium or Iodine contrast media has been administered in the last 96 hours. Use powderless gloves for collection.
Method: 24-hour urine collection
Laboratory Analysis
Collect all urine over 24 hours in the provided acid-washed container. Mix thoroughly. Transfer a 10 mL aliquot to the vial provided. Measure and record the total 24-hour urine volume on the vial and test request form.
Report Delivery
Ship the sample refrigerated or frozen to the laboratory.
Timeline: Report available next day after sample receipt.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To assess cadmium exposure levels in the body for diagnosis and monitoring of industrial diseases.
How to Prepare
- Use the acid-washed container kit provided by DNA Labs India.
- Start collection after discarding the first morning urine.
- Collect all subsequent urine for 24 hours.
- Mix the total collection and transfer 10 mL to the vial.
- Label the vial with patient details and total volume.
- Store at refrigerator temperature until shipment.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Ramarao Paidisetty — MBBS, MD (Biochemistry) · Reg. No. 21504
"Cadmium exposure is a significant health risk, especially in industrial settings. Regular testing can help in early detection and prevention of kidney damage."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Catheterized urine specimen
- Specimen collected within 96 hours of contrast media administration
- Patient consumed seafood within 3 days of collection
- Sample not collected in acid-washed container
Understanding Your Results
Elevated cadmium levels
Indicates cadmium exposure; further clinical assessment is recommended to determine source and health impact.
Normal cadmium levels
Suggests no significant cadmium exposure based on this test; correlate with clinical symptoms.
If test results are abnormal or if symptoms such as kidney pain, respiratory issues, or other signs of cadmium toxicity are present, consult a healthcare provider immediately.
Limitations
- ⚠The test may not differentiate between acute and chronic exposure
- ⚠Results can be influenced by recent dietary intake
- ⚠Not suitable for patients with severe renal impairment without adjustment
Risks & Considerations
- ●No direct risks from the test, but improper collection may lead to inaccurate results.
Interfering Factors
- ●Seafood consumption within 3 days of collection
- ●Administration of Gadolinium or Iodine contrast media within 96 hours
- ●Use of catheterized urine specimen due to rubber contamination
- ●Failure to use powderless gloves during collection
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