COPPER (EDTA WHOLE BLOOD)

COPPER (EDTA WHOLE BLOOD) is an at‑home diagnostic test that measures the concentration of copper in whole blood collected into an EDTA tube. The assay quantifies trace‑mineral copper to help identify deficiency or overload states that affect hematologic, neurologic and connective‑tissue health. Results support clinical decisions on nutrition, supplementation or further specialist investigations such as Wilson disease evaluation.

This test is useful for individuals with unexplained anemia, neuropathy, malabsorption, long‑term parenteral nutrition or those on copper supplements who need monitoring. It is offered with trained at‑home phlebotomy across Dubai and the UAE and is reported with laboratory reference ranges to guide follow‑up with your physician. Always review results with a healthcare professional before changing treatment or supplements.

• Copper (Cu) — Whole blood (EDTA)
• Copper concentration (µg/dL)
• Reporting units (µmol/L where applicable)
• Specimen integrity check (hemolysis indicator)

• Unexplained anemia or neutropenia
• Neurological symptoms (weakness, numbness, ataxia)
• Suspected copper toxicity (e.g., Wilson disease) or monitoring
• Malabsorption syndromes or after bariatric surgery
• Before or during copper supplementation therapy
• Long‑term total parenteral nutrition (TPN) monitoring

• Accurate whole‑blood copper measurement using EDTA specimen
• Detects both deficiency and excess to guide treatment
• Convenient at‑home sample collection across Dubai and the UAE
• Fast laboratory reporting to support timely clinical decisions
• Actionable results to help physicians tailor nutrition and therapy

• At‑home venous blood collection into EDTA tube by trained phlebotomist
• Avoid copper supplements and multivitamins containing copper for 24–48 hours prior, unless otherwise instructed
• No strict fasting usually required; follow any specific instructions from your provider
• Discuss pediatric or pregnancy testing requirements with the ordering clinician