If someone was exposed to mercury vapors 2 days ago and he wants to check the mercury level in his blood..?!


Question: If someone was exposed to mercury vapors 2 days ago and he wants to check the mercury level in his blood...?
Hi, can he do it today and it will be accurate or should he wait a few days before testing folllowing an exposure.? bottom line, how much time after exposure can a blood test show the correct mercury level in the body.? THANKS.Health Question & Answer


Answers:
Diagnosis of elemental or inorganic mercury poisoning involves determining the history of exposure, physical findings, and an elevated body burden of mercury. Although whole blood mercury concentrations are typically less than 6

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