Whole Blood Elements
Updated over a week ago

Test Details

Lab Company: Doctor's Data
โ€‹ Sample Type: Whole Blood
โ€‹ Collection Location: In Lab (Phlebotomy Required)

The Whole Blood Elements test is used to help diagnose lead, mercury, or other metal toxicity or poisoning.

Key Details

  • Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.

    • Information about scheduling a blood draw can be found HERE.

    • You may need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.

  • Fast overnight prior to your blood draw.

  • You must avoid certain medications for 72 hours prior to your blood draw.

Preparation & Timing

  • Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only.

    • Information about scheduling a blood draw can be found HERE.

  • Fast overnight prior to your blood draw.

  • Avoid the following medications for 72 hours prior to your blood draw.

    • Non-essential medications

    • Dietary supplements containing minerals

    • Do NOT discontinue any prescription medications without contacting your healthcare provider.

Collection Instructions

  1. Bring the following items with you to your blood draw appointment.

    1. Entire test kit (including the cardboard shipping box)

    2. Completed test requisition form

  2. The phlebotomist will collect, prepare, and ship your sample for you.

Requisition & Payment

  • Your kit has been prepaid. You may need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.

  • Instructions on how to fill out your requisition can be found HERE.

    • Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on any of these forms.

Shipping

  • The phlebotomist will ship your sample for you using the materials provided in the test kit.

  • Samples should be shipped Monday - Friday only.

Results

  • Results should be released to your provider 3-8 business days after samples are received at the lab. We cannot guarantee processing time.

  • Your provider will notify you when your results are in and schedule a follow-up appointment for you to review them together.

More Resources

Questions?

For general questions, email Rupa Health at support@rupahealth.com. For test-specific questions, contact Doctor's Data by calling 800-323-2784 or emailing Doctor's Data customer service at info@doctorsdata.com.

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