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ANTIMONY in Lower Parel, Mumbai: The antimony test measures the amount of antimony, a heavy metal, in your body. Book with GetVisit for NABL-accredited results, same-day slots, home collection and cashless OPD.

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What is a ANTIMONY Test in Mumbai ?

What is ANTIMONY?

The antimony test measures the amount of antimony, a heavy metal, in your body. Antimony is not needed for health and can be toxic if you are exposed to enough of it. It is particularly important for people with diabetes or hypertension , the two leading causes of chronic kidney disease in India, responsible for over 60% of cases requiring dialysis.

What does ANTIMONY measure?

Measuring antimony helps find recent or ongoing exposure from work, contaminated water, or some medications. High levels can cause stomach upset, breathing problems, skin irritation, heart rhythm changes, and kidney effects. Doctors use the test to confirm exposure, estimate how much was absorbed, guide treatment such as removing the source or using chelation, and monitor recovery or workplace safety efforts. Results are often compared with other metal tests for a complete view.

What symptoms suggest ANTIMONY may be needed?

A doctor may recommend ANTIMONY when a patient reports ankle or leg swelling, reduced urine output, frothy or foamy urine, persistent fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, persistent itching, muscle cramps, and high blood pressure. If you have these symptoms, GetVisit offers booking and home collection across Kandivali, Dadar, and other parts of Mumbai.

How is ANTIMONY performed?

This test needs a urine sample, not a blood draw. Collect a clean mid-stream sample in the sterile container GetVisit provides, ideally the first morning void, and hand it to the collection agent in Kandivali or Dadar, Mumbai or drop it at a partnered lab. It is dispatched to the NABL-accredited lab and your digital report follows the same day for most routine urine tests.

How accurate is ANTIMONY?

GetVisit's NABL-accredited labs serving Kandivali and Dadar, Mumbai process urine samples on calibrated analysers under strict quality control. Accuracy depends on a clean mid-stream sample delivered promptly, so following the collection instructions is important. Reports are accepted by hospitals, specialists, and insurers across India.

Are there any risks to ANTIMONY?

There is no medical risk. Providing a urine sample is completely non-invasive, with no needle and no discomfort. The only thing to get right is a clean collection: follow the container instructions to avoid contamination that could affect the result. Home collection in Kandivali or Dadar, Mumbai is just as safe as visiting a lab.

Did you know?

Results are often compared with other metal tests for a complete view.

ANTIMONY Test Preparation in Mumbai

Before you come:

Collect a clean-catch mid-stream sample in the container provided, ideally the first urine of the morning, and hand it in promptly for the most reliable result.

Documents and clothing:

Bring your doctor's prescription, a valid photo ID, and your insurance card if you're using cashless OPD. Loose sleeves make collection easier.

Your medicines:

Mention any regular painkillers or blood-pressure medicines to your doctor, since some can temporarily affect kidney markers.

Booking your slot:

Choose a morning slot for the most consistent results. Same-day home collection is offered throughout Mumbai, Ghatkopar and Vikhroli included.

ANTIMONY Test Parameters in Mumbai

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ANTIMONY. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

Why Take a ANTIMONY Test in Mumbai ?

When does a doctor order ANTIMONY?

ANTIMONY is usually ordered as part of a heavy metals or toxicology panel when exposure is suspected. Your doctor may request it if you have symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, or unexplained skin or heart problems, or if you work in mining, smelting, or manufacturing.

Who should get ANTIMONY done in Mumbai?

Mumbai's intense April-to-June pre-monsoon heat and humidity , with temperatures reaching 38 to 40°C at very high relative humidity , creates one of India's most physiologically stressful dehydration environments. Kidney testing matters most for people with diabetes or high blood pressure, a family history of kidney disease, recurrent kidney stones, or long-term use of painkillers such as ibuprofen or diclofenac. In Mumbai, residents of Dadar, Chembur, and areas with variable water quality or high summer heat face added dehydration-related renal stress, making annual checks worthwhile from age 30.

What conditions can ANTIMONY help diagnose?

The test helps diagnose and monitor antimony poisoning. Elevated levels most often come from workplace or environmental contamination, certain medicines, or accidental ingestion, and a family history of living near industrial sites can increase concern.

What do ANTIMONY results mean?

Results are interpreted in context, not in isolation. GetVisit shows your measured value next to the laboratory reference range, and your doctor reads it together with your clinical picture and any earlier results. See the FAQs below for what typical high or low values can mean for this test.

How often should ANTIMONY be repeated?

Adults with no risk factors and a normal result: annually from age 30. Diabetics and hypertensives: at least once a year, often every 6 months. Patients with known kidney disease: at the interval set by their nephrologist. Anyone starting a drug cleared by the kidneys: at baseline and periodically thereafter.

What happens after ANTIMONY results are ready?

Results are delivered to your phone and stored securely on GetVisit. Any value the laboratory flags as critical is escalated for urgent review, and for everything else your doctor or a verified specialist can guide the next step at your convenience.

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What is antimony used for?plus

Antimony is used primarily as antimony trioxide in flame retardants for plastics, textiles and electronics; as an alloying element with lead to harden batteries, bearings and solders; in semiconductor devices (infrared detectors, diodes); in glass, ceramics and pigments; and historically in medicine and as antiparasitic drugs for leishmaniasis. It also serves as a catalyst and in some ammunition and cable sheathing.

What is the old name for antimony?plus

The old name for antimony is stibium, the Latin term used by ancient Romans and alchemists. The mineral form, stibnite (antimony sulfide, Sb2S3), was historically used as kohl. The chemical symbol Sb comes from stibium. Older European variations include antimoine (Old French), but stibium remains the primary historical name.

Is antimony toxic to humans?plus

Antimony can be toxic to humans, with risk depending on dose, chemical form and exposure route. Inhalation or ingestion of soluble antimony compounds can cause irritation, gastrointestinal upset, coughing, shortness of breath, and, after chronic occupational exposure, lung disease, skin problems and heart or liver effects. Trivalent forms tend to be more toxic; some antimony compounds are suspected carcinogens. Treatment is exposure removal and supportive care.

Why is antimony the loneliest element?plus

Because it’s rarely found alone in nature , antimony almost always occurs as ores (not the native metal), most commonly as stibnite (Sb2S3). As a metalloid (symbol Sb, from stibium), it’s used in alloys, flame retardants and electronics. It’s toxic at higher exposures, causing respiratory, gastrointestinal and cardiac effects, so handling and exposure limits are tightly controlled.

Can ANTIMONY be combined with a health package?plus

Yes. ANTIMONY can be booked on its own or as part of a broader preventive health package on GetVisit, which often works out more cost-effective. You can choose either option before payment.

Can I exercise before ANTIMONY?plus

Avoid strenuous exercise for 12 to 24 hours before ANTIMONY, since intense activity can temporarily change several blood markers. Light everyday movement is fine.

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Mumbai

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Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Chembur. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. GetVisit has made getting tested so much less stressful in this city.

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Monitoring kidney function since I'm on a long-term medication. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Chembur. The kit was clean and the collection process was simple. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. Will definitely return for my next health check.

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The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. High uric acid runs in the family , I get this checked every few months. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Mulund. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Melwin Mascarenhas

Mumbai

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Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Powai. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Divya Pandey

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Vaishali Patil

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The collection centre was clean and well-organised. Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Powai. Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. Excellent service , especially helpful given how busy life gets in Mumbai.

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Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Vikhroli. The waiting area was tidy and the staff were friendly. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Brian Lobo

Mumbai

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The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me feel comfortable. Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. GetVisit showed prices upfront so I knew exactly what I was paying near Malad station. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Milind Joshi

Mumbai

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Had some ankle swelling and my doctor immediately ordered a kidney panel. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me feel comfortable. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. The report helped my doctor adjust my medication right away. Highly recommend for anyone in Mumbai looking for reliable diagnostics.

Devendra Shukla

Mumbai

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Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Chembur. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. GetVisit has made getting tested so much less stressful in this city.

Nidhi Shukla

Mumbai

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Monitoring kidney function since I'm on a long-term medication. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Chembur. The kit was clean and the collection process was simple. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Rajiv Iyer

Mumbai

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The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. High uric acid runs in the family , I get this checked every few months. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Mulund. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Melwin Mascarenhas

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Powai. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Divya Pandey

Mumbai

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Monitoring kidney function since I'm on a long-term medication. Found GetVisit online and the booking took under two minutes in Borivali. The lab staff were polite and I wasn't kept waiting. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Vaishali Patil

Mumbai

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The collection centre was clean and well-organised. Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Powai. Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. Excellent service , especially helpful given how busy life gets in Mumbai.

Manasi Waghmare

Mumbai

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Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability near my building in Wadala. Sample collection was straightforward , instructions were clearly given. No crowding, no chaos , a very different experience from hospital lab queues. The report gave my doctor everything needed to make a confident diagnosis. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Hardik Patel

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Vikhroli. The waiting area was tidy and the staff were friendly. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Brian Lobo

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me feel comfortable. Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. GetVisit showed prices upfront so I knew exactly what I was paying near Malad station. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Milind Joshi

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Had some ankle swelling and my doctor immediately ordered a kidney panel. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me feel comfortable. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. The report helped my doctor adjust my medication right away. Highly recommend for anyone in Mumbai looking for reliable diagnostics.

Devendra Shukla

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. GetVisit had a lab literally two minutes from my building , perfect in Chembur. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. GetVisit has made getting tested so much less stressful in this city.

Nidhi Shukla

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Monitoring kidney function since I'm on a long-term medication. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Chembur. The kit was clean and the collection process was simple. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Rajiv Iyer

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. High uric acid runs in the family , I get this checked every few months. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Mulund. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Melwin Mascarenhas

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Powai. The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Divya Pandey

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Monitoring kidney function since I'm on a long-term medication. Found GetVisit online and the booking took under two minutes in Borivali. The lab staff were polite and I wasn't kept waiting. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Vaishali Patil

Mumbai