Phenol Test
Also known as: Phenol Test, Urine Phenol, Phenol Urine Test
Phenol Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹3,500. Uses HPLC on Urine samples. Results in Reports will be delivered within 7 working days after sample submission.. 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
The Phenol Test quantifies phenol in urine to identify potential toxic exposure to phenol or benzene, enabling timely medical assessment and workplace safety evaluation.
- Test Code
- 3541
- Price
- ₹3,500
- Sample Type
- Urine
- Result Time
- Reports will be delivered within 7 working days after sample submission.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- HPLC
Sample Collection
Sample should be collected at the end of the shift on the last working day of the week.
Method: Spot urine collection
Laboratory Analysis
Provide a random urine sample (about 10 mL) in the sterile container supplied by the lab.
Report Delivery
Refrigerate or freeze the sample immediately and transport to the lab as instructed.
Timeline: Reports will be delivered within 7 working days after sample submission.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The Phenol Test quantifies phenol in urine to identify potential toxic exposure to phenol or benzene, enabling timely medical assessment and workplace safety evaluation.
How to Prepare
- Schedule sample collection at the end of the shift on the last working day of the working week.
- Avoid contamination to ensure accurate results.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"Urine phenol measurement is a useful biomarker for assessing workplace exposure to benzene and phenol compounds. However, results should be interpreted in the context of the patient's occupational history and clinical symptoms."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample not collected at the specified time.
- Incorrect container or insufficient volume.
- Sample left at room temperature for extended period.
Understanding Your Results
No significant exposure.
Range: < 10 mg/L
Level: Normal
Possible exposure; correlate with history.
Range: 10-50 mg/L
Level: Borderline
Significant exposure; medical evaluation needed.
Range: > 50 mg/L
Level: High
If you experience skin irritation, breathing difficulty, headaches, or nausea and have known potential phenol exposure, consult your physician immediately.
Limitations
- ⚠A single measurement reflects only recent exposure, not cumulative accumulation.
- ⚠Mild elevations may occur from non-occupational sources and may not indicate toxicity.
- ⚠Clinical correlation with symptoms and exposure history is essential for proper interpretation.
Risks & Considerations
- ●There are no significant risks associated with urine collection.
Interfering Factors
- ●Smoking can elevate urine phenol levels due to benzene in tobacco smoke.
- ●Certain diets rich in benzene-containing compounds (e.g., canned foods, smoked meats) may affect results.
- ●Use of medications containing phenol derivatives (e.g., throat lozenges, antiseptics) can increase phenol levels.
- ●Inappropriate sample collection timing may alter phenol concentration.
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