Mercury Blood Test
    Mercury Blood Test
    Mercury Blood Test
    Mercury Blood Test

Mercury Blood Test

£89

Worried about mercury exposure from seafood, workplace exposure, or environmental factors? Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that can accumulate in the body and affect the nervous system, kidneys, and overall health. This test measures mercury levels in your blood, helping you identify recent exposure and assess any potential health risks.

If you're a business and want to order multiple tests, please contact our business team at business@medichecks.com.

  • Results estimated in 7 working days
  • Convenient testing options
  • Bespoke doctor’s report
  • Free delivery

Measures mercury levels in the blood to assess recent exposure and potential toxicity.

How do you want to take your sample?

  • Book a venous draw at a clinic   Venous
    +£35

    Visit one of our national clinic partners for a nurse to take your venous blood sample from a vein in your arm. We’ll email you instructions on how to book after we’ve processed your order.
  • Book a venous draw at home with a nurse Venous
    +£59

  • Self-arrange a professional sample collection Venous
    Free

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You have the flexibility to choose what works best for you. Enjoy the comfort of having a friendly nurse visit your home for a quick blood draw, opt for a convenient visit to one of our nationwide partner clinics, or self-arrange a draw at a location that suits you.

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What's in the test?

Trace elements

Mercury - blood

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Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that can damage the brain, nervous system, kidneys and lungs when the body is exposed to high levels.

How to prepare for your test

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FAQs

How does mercury exposure happen?

Mercury exposure can occur from eating fish, having certain dental filings, breathing contaminated air, and in industries involved in coal, gold, cement, steel, and battery production.

What is a Mercury Blood Test?

Our Mercury Blood Test measures your mercury exposure. Our test can be influenced by eating fish because fish (particularly certain deep sea fish) may contain mercury. This test can help if you are worried about mercury exposure from your workplace or environment. It can be used by employers who are required to carry out biological monitoring for workers potentially exposed to mercury.

What is mercury?

Mercury is a toxic heavy metal that, if exposed to high levels, can cause damage to the nervous system, brain, kidneys, lungs, and blood vessels. It can also result in many diseases, such as acrodynia, Hunter-Russell syndrome and Minamata disease.