Nickel 24 Hour Urine Test
Short Name: Nickel Urine Test
Also known as: 24-Hour Urine Nickel Test, Urine Nickel Level Test, Nickel Toxicity Test
Nickel 24 Hour Urine Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,500. Uses Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICPMS) on 24-hour urine aliquot samples. Results in Sample accepted daily by 6 PM; report available next day.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To diagnose nickel toxicity by measuring nickel excretion in urine over 24 hours, helping to assess exposure and guide treatment.
- Test Code
- 1309
- Price
- ₹4,500
- Sample Type
- 24-hour urine aliquot
- Result Time
- Sample accepted daily by 6 PM; report available next day.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICPMS)
Sample Collection
Avoid mineral supplements for 3 days prior. If Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media has been administered, wait 96 hours before specimen collection. Use powderless gloves during collection.
Method: 24-hour urine collection
Laboratory Analysis
Collect all urine in a 24-hour period using the provided acid-washed container. Mix thoroughly. Transfer a 10 mL aliquot to the vial in the kit. Measure and record the total 24-hour volume on the vial and test request form.
Report Delivery
Ship the sample refrigerated or frozen as per stability guidelines.
Timeline: Sample accepted daily by 6 PM; report available next day.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To diagnose nickel toxicity by measuring nickel excretion in urine over 24 hours, helping to assess exposure and guide treatment.
How to Prepare
- Use the acid-washed container provided
- Collect urine over 24 hours, starting after the first void
- Mix well before taking aliquot
- Record total volume accurately
- Avoid contamination with metals
- Ship refrigerated or frozen
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"The Nickel 24 Hour Urine Test is crucial for diagnosing nickel toxicity, especially in occupational settings. Early detection can prevent chronic health issues related to industrial exposure."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample collected in non-metal-free container
- Insufficient volume (<5 mL aliquot)
- Incorrect storage leading to degradation
- Missing total volume recording
Understanding Your Results
Nickel levels within reference range; no significant toxicity suspected.
Level: Normal
Higher than normal levels; may indicate nickel exposure or toxicity. Further investigation and medical consultation recommended.
Level: Elevated
Severe exposure or toxicity likely. Immediate medical intervention may be necessary.
Level: Significantly High
Consult a doctor if you experience persistent symptoms like skin rash, respiratory issues, or gastrointestinal problems, especially with a history of nickel exposure. Also, seek advice for abnormal test results.
Limitations
- ⚠Test may not differentiate between acute and chronic exposure
- ⚠Results can be influenced by dietary intake or medications
- ⚠Does not specify the source or route of nickel exposure
- ⚠Requires accurate 24-hour collection for reliable results
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risk as it is a urine test
- ●Possible skin irritation from container if not handled properly
- ●No significant procedural risks
Interfering Factors
- ●Mineral supplements taken within 3 days prior to collection
- ●Administration of Gadolinium or Iodine containing contrast media within 96 hours
- ●Use of non-metal-free containers leading to contamination
- ●Improper storage of sample (not refrigerated or frozen)
Compare With Similar Tests
| Test | Nickel 24 Hour Urine Test | Blood Nickel Test | Urine Heavy Metals Panel | Patch Test for Nickel Allergy |
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