Heavy Metals & Toxins in Maine
Below is a plain-language overview of the heavy metals & toxins. A heavy metals and toxins blood test checks for exposure to certain metals that can harm health. It is ordered when someone has symptoms or a known exposure risk, such as from work or the environment. This page covers the heavy metals & toxins for people in Maine, in New England, from what it measures to how to arrange a draw.
- Sample type
- blood
- Category
- Heavy Metal
- Turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Price
- $108
- Referral
- Not required
A heavy metals and toxins blood test checks for exposure to certain metals that can harm health. It is ordered when someone has symptoms or a known exposure risk, such as from work or the environment.
What it measures
- Lead — A metal that can affect the brain and nervous system.
- Mercury — Often linked to certain fish or industrial exposure.
- Arsenic — Can be found in some water or workplace settings.
- Cadmium — A metal that may harm the kidneys and lungs.
- Thallium — A rare metal that can cause nerve and organ damage.
Who it is for
Doctors order this test for people with symptoms of metal poisoning or those with known exposure through work, hobbies, or the environment.
Preparation
No special preparation is usually needed. Tell your doctor about any supplements or medicines you take.
Results and what they mean
Results show the amount of each metal in your blood. A clinician interprets them based on your exposure history and symptoms. This is general information, not medical advice.
Requesting the Heavy Metals & Toxins in Maine
Order online, choose a certified collection site in Maine, and review results through a secure portal. No referral is required, and orders are processed confidentially. Access across New England is tightly woven, so confirming a site ahead of time is worthwhile.
Frequently asked questions
Is this test painful?
It uses a standard blood draw, which feels like a quick pinch.
How long do results take?
Typically 1 to 3 business days.
Can I eat before the test?
Yes, fasting is not required unless your doctor says otherwise.
What if my results are high?
Your doctor will discuss what the numbers mean and whether more testing is needed.
Heavy Metals & Toxins by city in Maine
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Portland
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Lewiston
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Bangor
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in South Portland
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Auburn
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Biddeford
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Sanford
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Saco
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Westbrook
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Augusta
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Waterville
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Brewer
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Presque Isle
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Bath
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Ellsworth
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Caribou
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Old Town
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Rockland
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Belfast
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Gardiner
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in North Windham
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Lisbon Falls
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in York Harbor
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in South Berwick
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Lisbon
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in South Eliot
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Calais
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Lake Arrowhead
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Cumberland Center
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Hallowell
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Cape Neddick
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in South Paris
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Dunstan
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Falmouth Foreside
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Veazie
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Steep Falls
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Eastport
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in West Kennebunk
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Cornish
- Heavy Metals & Toxins in Kittery Point