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Arsenic Blood Test

 


ARSENIC BLOOD TEST

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£109.00
£109.00 - £109.00
£109.00
£109.00 - £109.00
1 BIOMARKER
5 DAYS
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An arsenic blood test measures the amount of arsenic, a toxic element with no nutritional role, in your bloodstream. It helps detect harmful exposures that can be linked to symptoms such as abdominal pain, skin pigmentation changes or lesions, numbness or tingling in the extremities, or persistent gastrointestinal upset.

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.



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ARSENIC BLOOD TEST OVERVIEW

An arsenic blood test measures the amount of arsenic, a toxic metalloid with no beneficial role in the body, in your bloodstream. It helps determine whether you have absorbed harmful levels, most often through contaminated water, certain foods (e.g., rice or seafood), industrial dust or fumes, or traditional remedies that contain arsenic.

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ARSENIC BLOOD TEST

While the body has no nutritional requirement for arsenic, even low-level exposure over time can cause significant harm, and higher doses are acutely toxic. An arsenic blood test is typically ordered when a patient presents with signs that could indicate recent or ongoing arsenic exposure—such as persistent gastrointestinal upset, skin changes (e.g., hyperpigmentation or lesions), unexplained neuropathy, or characteristic fingernail changes—once more common causes have been ruled out.

Clinically, the test is most relevant for individuals who may have encountered arsenic through their occupation (mining, smelting, pesticide manufacturing), consumption of contaminated well water or certain foods (like rice or seafood), use of traditional medicines that may contain arsenic, or accidental/intentional ingestion. It is also employed in toxicology work-ups when acute poisoning is suspected or to monitor patients undergoing chelation therapy.

Although not part of routine screening, an arsenic blood test provides critical insight when a patient’s exposure history or symptom profile raises concern for arsenic toxicity, guiding timely intervention and prevention of further harm.

1 BIOMARKER

  1. METALS

    - Arsenic

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  1. TURNAROUND TIME

    We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is the guideline turnaround time that can be shorter or longer.


    THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.


    We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and a very efficient laboratory processes, you will start receiving results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.


    Whilst we accommodate the shortest of time scales, with some results available within hours, for this particular test the usual turnaround time is: 5 working days.

  1. WILL I HAVE A GENERAL EXPLANATION OF MY RESULTS?

    Yes, our doctors put a huge amount of effort into your online Health Dashboard, which will have explanations of what each biomarker is, the normal reference ranges and what it means if you are outside of them.


    This service is included in the price of all our tests.

  1. CAN I SEE A GP TO DISCUSS MY RESULTS?

    Yes, usually the same or next day.


    One Day Tests has a fantastic clinical team of consultants and GPs. Once you have your results you can book an online video consultation to discuss your results.


    Our clinical team consists of practicing NHS and private GPs, who work closely with our laboratory and can tell you what your blood test results mean for you. Having an integrated laboratory and GP services makes your health journey seamless and extremely efficient.


    This service is not included in the price of the test, it is charged separately, should you wish to book it.

DOCTOR'S COMMENTS

Hi, I am Dr. Adam Staten and here's my view on this test as a GP and Clinical Director at One Day Tests.

DR. ADAM STATEN - GP VIEW AND RED FLAG SYMPTOMS

From a GP’s perspective, an arsenic blood test is a focused diagnostic tool we turn to when a patient’s symptoms and background suggest recent or ongoing exposure to this toxic metal.

It becomes relevant if someone reports persistent nausea, abdominal pain, skin darkening or rough patches on the palms or soles, tingling in the hands or feet, or unexplained abnormalities in liver, kidney, or blood tests after more common causes have all been ruled out.

We’re especially alert in patients who rely on private well water, work in mining, metal-smelting, or pesticide production or use traditional remedies that may contain arsenic.

Although not part of routine blood work, checking arsenic levels can quickly confirm or exclude harmful exposure, letting us act early, whether that means removing the source, arranging specialist treatment such as chelation, or referring for further toxicology or public-health follow-up.

Detecting elevated levels promptly helps prevent long-term damage to the skin, nerves, heart, and other organs and safeguards both the patient and others who might share the same exposure.

Red flag symptoms for the Arsenic Blood Test

Your Results and Health Dashboard

The results of your Arsenic Blood Test will be emailed to you as a secured PDF file, ready for your GP and will also be uploaded to our Health Dashboard area of the website. It’s a unique and powerful tool, powered by our in-house clinical analysis research, to match your biomarkers across test panels and symptoms, as well as provide clinical commentary on all individual biomarkers you tested for.

The health dashboard will also provide "panel level" commentary - a birds eye view of the biomarkers that were tested. This feature allows you to view your test results and clinical commentary, and compare them to previous results, giving you a clear understanding of how your health is progressing.

By using the Health Dashboard, you can identify changes in your biomarkers and make necessary adjustments to your lifestyle. This added value is immense, as it empowers you to monitor your health and make informed decisions about your well-being.

It's free and is available with all of our tests.

SAVE ON CONTINUOUS MONITORING WITH OUR SUBSCRIPTION PLAN

The best way to look after your health is to do so regularly. This is easy to do with our continual monitoring plans which give you a discount on future blood tests. You choose the frequency and we'll do the rest.

When you purchase a subscription, we will deliver your home test kits or allow you to book appointments in line with your chosen frequency. You will be able to track your biomarkers over time in our powerful Health Dashboard, where results will be automatically updated for you. There is a minimum of 3 tests with any subscription, after which you can pause/restart/cancel at any time.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Hi, I am Stefania Brown, I am the Laboratory Manager at One Day Tests and here are the lab's special requests for the Arsenic Blood Test.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Fasting is not required for an arsenic blood test.

Clinic appointment - how to prepare for the Arsenic Blood Test

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

  • Read the instructions in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section
  • Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
  • Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
  • That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

WHY CHOOSE US?

Hello! My name is Dr. Vinesh Mistry, I am part of the GP team here at One Day Tests and here is why you should trust us to test your blood.

QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS DIRECT FROM A LABORATORY.

We run our own regulated laboratories and our own accredited clinics. We manufacture our own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and our super-talented biomedical science team.

When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.

Finally, our customer services rock! You can ask the lab a question any time or you can speak to a real human. You can email us on hello@onedaytests.com or give us a call on 0127 309 2844.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Hi, I am Lana Nela, Lead Nurse, and here is what we are frequently asked about this test.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Arsenic Blood Test.

How soon after potential exposure should I get an arsenic blood test, and what does the test involve?

If you think you were exposed to arsenic within the last one or two days, through contaminated water, workplace dust, or accidental ingestion, schedule a test right away.

Because arsenic moves out of the bloodstream within about 48 hours, prompt testing is essential for catching recent exposure.

I eat a lot of seafood—will that skew my results?

Certain fish and shellfish contain organic forms of arsenic (mainly arsenobetaine) that are largely harmless and flush out quickly. A single seafood-heavy meal can raise total arsenic levels for a day or so, which may confuse results. Tell our lab about recent seafood consumption, so that it is on the notes for reviewing scientist.

What happens if my arsenic level comes back high?

You will need to consult a doctor to help track down and remove the source, switching water supplies, improving workplace protection, or stopping a contaminated supplement.

For moderate elevations without severe symptoms, stopping exposure and monitoring may be enough.

In more serious cases, the doctor may refer you for chelation therapy, which uses medications (such as dimercaprol or DMSA) to bind arsenic so it can be excreted safely.

WHY HAVE THE TEST?

Hi, I am Nader Eldarf, I am a Biomedical Scientist in our laboratory and here is why it's important to take this test.

  1. WHY HAVE THE ARSENIC BLOOD TEST?

    An arsenic blood test is important because arsenic is a toxic element that can accumulate in the body and harm multiple organ systems.

    Even low-level, chronic exposure has been linked to skin changes, cardiovascular disease, impaired lung function, and certain cancers, while high-level, acute exposure can provoke severe gastrointestinal distress, cardiac arrhythmias, neuropathy, and kidney or liver damage.

    By directly measuring arsenic in the bloodstream, the test helps uncover recent or ongoing exposure early, before irreversible injury occurs, so clinicians can act swiftly with interventions such as removing the source (e.g., switching water supplies, modifying diet or workplace practices), initiating chelation therapy when appropriate, and monitoring recovery.

    It is especially valuable for people who rely on private wells in high-arsenic regions, work in industries where arsenic is used or released, regularly consume foods known to concentrate arsenic, or use traditional remedies that may contain arsenic compounds.

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

Hi, I am Sandeep Patel, I am the Laboratory Director at One Day Tests. Here are the symptoms that you may wish to address with this test.

  1. IS THE ARSENIC BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

    An arsenic blood test might be appropriate if you’re experiencing symptoms that could stem from arsenic exposure, such as ongoing gastrointestinal upset, unexplained skin darkening or rough lesions (especially on the palms or soles), numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, or other neuropathic complaints, after more common causes have been excluded.

    The test is also relevant if you:

    Rely on private well water or live in an area known for high-arsenic groundwater

    Work in industries like mining, metal smelting, pesticide or glass manufacturing, or electronics recycling

    Regularly eat foods that can concentrate arsenic (e.g., rice grown in certain regions or large amounts of certain seafood)

    Use traditional or herbal medicines that may contain arsenic compounds

    In these contexts, measuring blood arsenic levels can confirm or rule out toxic exposure and guide timely treatment or preventive steps.

  1. SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

    Fatigue, Memory issues and Tremors

WHY ARE BLOOD TESTS IMPORTANT?

Health monitoring is very important, you are in charge of your health - look after it.