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Why do I need a heavy metal blood test?
Your health care provider may order a heavy metal blood test if you have symptoms of heavy metal poisoning. The symptoms depend on the type of metal and how much exposure there was.
Your symptoms may include:
- Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Tingling in the hands and feet
- Shortness of breath
- Chills
- Weakness