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Urine Halides (Iodine, Fluoride, & Bromine) - Random
Urine Halides (Iodine, Fluoride, & Bromine) - Random
Updated over 3 months ago

Test Details

Lab Company: Doctor's Data
​ Sample Type: Urine
​ Collection Location: At Home

The Urine Halides test measures iodine, fluoride, and bromine levels in the urine. The Urine Iodine and Urine Fluoride tests measure the levels of only iodine or fluoride in the urine. These instructions apply to all 3 tests and are for the random (first-morning void) collection.

Key Details

  • You must avoid certain foods and medications for 48 hours prior to collection.

  • Do not collect while menstruating.

  • Collect your first morning urination, prior to eating or drinking.

  • Ship your sample as soon as possible after collection using FedEx.

  • Ship your sample Monday - Friday only.

  • Do NOT place your sample in a FedEx drop box.

Preparation & Timing

  • Avoid the following foods and medications for 48 hours prior to and during the collection.

    • Seaweed/kelp

    • Fish

    • Sea vegetables

    • Any other foods containing iodine/iodide

    • Iodine supplements

    • Non-essential medications

    • Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to discontinuing any prescription medications.

  • Do not collect while menstruating.

  • Collect your first morning urination, prior to eating or drinking.

Collection Instructions

  1. Collect your first morning urination into the provided collection cup.

  2. Pour urine into the specimen collection vial.

    1. Fill the vial to the top of the label.

  3. Screw the vial cap on tightly.

  4. Write your name, date of birth, and the date of collection on the specimen vial.

  5. Place the specimen vial in the ziplock bag.

  6. Place the ziplock bag in the cardboard shipping box.

  7. Place the completed requisition form in the cardboard box.

    1. Make sure to mark the box labeled "Random Collection."

Requisition & Payment

  • Your kit has been prepaid. You DO NOT need to pay anything extra.

  • 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

  • Ship your sample as soon as possible after collection.

  • Ship your sample Monday - Friday only.

  • To prepare your sample for shipping,

    • Place the specimen vial in the ziplock bag.

    • Place the ziplock bag in the cardboard shipping box.

    • Place the completed requisition form in the cardboard box.

    • Seal the cardboard box and place it in the FedEx Clinical Pak.

    • Fill in the Billable Stamp and attach it to the Clinical Pak.

  • Make a note of your tracking number so you can track your sample back to the lab.

  • Ship using FedEx.

    • Do NOT place your sample in a FedEx drop box.

    • You can call FedEx to schedule a pickup at 1-800-238-5355.

      • At the automated greeting, say, "representative."

      • Say, "yes," you are shipping a package.

      • Tell the representative that you need a pickup for a package with a Billable Stamp.

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.

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Questions?

For general questions, email Rupa Health at [email protected]. For test-specific questions, contact Doctor's Data by calling 800-323-2784 or emailing customer support at [email protected].

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