Thallium (ICP) (s) (Serum (s))

Testcode:	E_THA
Specimens:	2 ml Serum (s)
Method:	Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrom
Dimension:	µg/l
Set-up:	on demand
Duration:	7 days
Indication/Significance:	Suspected thallium poisoning Monitoring of persons exposed to thallium, e.g. when working with photo-semiconductors, cement production
Interpretation:	Among other things, more… Among other things, thallium is contained in photo-semiconductors and in pesticides. It is predominantly absorbed via the lings, gastro-intestinal tract and skin. It is excreted via the urine and the stool. Intoxications are associated with abdominal cramps, polyneuritis, hair loss, liver damage, physical and mental collapse. close

in-house development

both sex

There is no reference range for serum or plasma. For comparison: thallium in full blood: < 2µg/l.