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    What is Aluminium Test?

    The Aluminium Blood Test checks the concentration of aluminium in your bloodstream. Aluminium, a metal that enters the body through food, certain medications, or occupational exposure, is usually filtered out by the kidneys. However, when kidney function is impaired, aluminium may accumulate and cause adverse health effects.

    When aluminium builds up in the body, it can lead to bone issues like weakened bones, anaemia (a condition affecting the red blood cells), or neurological problems, including memory lapses and confusion. Individuals undergoing dialysis are particularly vulnerable, as their kidneys cannot efficiently eliminate aluminium from the body.

    Although aluminium exposure can sometimes be due to antiperspirants or specific medications, this is uncommon. Once it enters the bloodstream, aluminium binds to proteins and spreads to vital organs like the lungs and bones, disrupting calcium absorption and other physiological processes.

    The Aluminium Blood Test is crucial for diagnosing aluminium accumulation, especially in dialysis patients, those with kidney conditions, or individuals experiencing unexplained bone pain or anaemia. In cases of prolonged exposure, a urine test may also be recommended.

    For people living in Mumbai, getting an Aluminium Blood Test at home is convenient with quick sample collection from your doorstep and accurate results on time.

    Aluminium Test Parameters

    The Aluminium Blood Test focuses on a single parameter: the amount of aluminium present in your blood.

    Aluminium is one of the most common metals on Earth, found in everyday items such as food, drinking water, cooking utensils, cans, food wraps, deodorants, antacids, and parenteral fluids. It is also used as an additive in processed foods and baby formulas. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), consuming up to 1 mg of aluminium per kilogram of body weight per day is considered a safe intake.

    Aluminium enters the body primarily through food, environmental exposure, or workplace contact. Inhaling aluminium dust is another way the metal can accumulate in the body. On average, individuals absorb approximately 10 milligrams of aluminium daily.

    Certain medical conditions may predispose people to higher levels of aluminium in the blood. For example, those with coeliac disease, sickle cell anaemia, or joint replacements may exhibit elevated aluminium concentrations.

    Increased aluminium levels are often present in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, autism, and epilepsy. Excess aluminium can harm brain cells, cause inflammation, and damage nerves, contributing to severe neurological concerns. 1,2

    Aluminium Test Preparation

    Getting ready for an Aluminium Test at home is easy if you follow these preparation tips:

    • Prerequisites : There is no need for fasting or any specific preparations before the Aluminium test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested : The test can be conveniently scheduled at any time of the day.

    • Who Should Get an Aluminium Test? : This test is crucial for individuals undergoing dialysis or those with regular exposure to aluminium in their workplace. It is recommended if you have symptoms like ongoing memory difficulties, repeated episodes of depression, trembling hands, or other unusual health concerns.

    • Cautions Before Taking an Aluminium Test : There are no special restrictions or precautions to consider before the Aluminium test.

    Why Take the Aluminium Test?

    The Aluminium Test is helpful for identifying health risks caused by aluminium exposure. It is especially recommended for:

    • Dialysis Patients: Accumulation of aluminium in dialysis patients can trigger seizures, difficulty in speech, or changes in personality.

    • Factory Workers: Long-term exposure to aluminium at workplaces can lead to memory problems, depressive episodes, or hand tremors.

    • People With Bone Issues: Elevated aluminium levels can weaken bones, leading to conditions like osteomalacia, fractures, or ongoing pain.

    • People With Persistent Anaemia: Anaemia unresponsive to iron supplements might be linked to aluminium toxicity.

    • People With Nerve-Related Issues: Confusion, lack of coordination, or hallucinations could indicate excessive aluminium in the body.

    • Newborns on TPN: Infants on total parenteral nutrition should be regularly tested for aluminium to prevent developmental concerns.

    • People With Implants: Metallic implants may release aluminium over time, necessitating periodic testing to monitor levels.

    Early detection through this test ensures effective intervention, helping those at risk of aluminium exposure manage their health better.

    FAQs on Aluminium Test in Mumbai

    The cost of an Aluminium test in Mumbai is ₹2835. This includes home sample collection completed within 60 minutes and results delivered within 159 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home collection services for Aluminium tests. An experienced eMedic professional will collect the sample at your doorstep within 60 minutes of booking.

    The Aluminium test checks for high aluminium levels in the body, identifying symptoms like bone weakening, nerve dysfunction, and anaemia. It’s particularly crucial for dialysis patients or newborns receiving TPN to monitor aluminium buildup.

    No fasting is required for this test, making it easy to schedule at any time.

    To book an Aluminium test with Orange Health Labs in Mumbai:

    • Search for the Test: Find the "Aluminium test" under Orange Health Labs.

    • Finalise Booking: Enter your details, choose your address, and pick a time slot.

    • Sample Collection: A trained eMedic will collect your sample from the location of your choice.

    • Receive Results: Results are provided within 159 hours via email or WhatsApp after testing at a NABL-accredited, ICMR-approved laboratory.

    Normal aluminium levels are below 10 µg/L. For dialysis patients, levels in the range of 10-50 µg/L are common. Levels over 60 µg/L suggest absorption issues or toxicity concerns.

    In Mumbai, the Aluminium test results are typically delivered within 159 hours after the sample is collected.

    The test frequency depends on medical conditions. Dialysis patients or individuals with high occupational exposure to aluminium might require regular monitoring as advised by their doctor.

    The test measures the aluminium concentration in the blood, identifying abnormal buildup, potential toxicity, and associated health issues like kidney dysfunction, weak bones, or nerve-related problems.

    The Aluminium test is offered in multiple localities across Mumbai, including Colaba, Nariman Point, Marine Drive, Malabar Hill, Churchgate, Worli, Dadar, Parel, Byculla, Bandra, Andheri, Juhu, Ghatkopar, Powai, Chembur, Vashi, Belapur, Santacruz, Khar, Versova, Lokhandwala, Goregaon, Borivali, Kandivali, Mulund, Bhandup, Kurla.

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    References

    1. Determination of aluminum concentrations in biological specimens: application in the clinical laboratory. Advances in Laboratory Medicine / Avances en Medicina de Laboratorio.  Available from:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10197291/
    2. Aluminum Blood Level - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics.  Available from:  https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/immunology-and-microbiology/aluminum-blood-level
    3. RCPA - Aluminium.  Available from:  https://www.rcpa.edu.au/Manuals/RCPA-Manual/Pathology-Tests/A/Aluminium