Whole blood manganese is measured to assess over-supplementation during long term parenteral nutrition. The reference nutrient intake for manganese is very small and most trace element supplements contain more than is needed. Measurement is generally not required for monitoring short-term PN.
Tube
Trace Metals
ID
29964
Availability
Weekdays
Additional Information
Manganese is excreted through the biliary system. If bile flow is impaired, manganese can accumulate in the brain and cause Parkinson-like symptoms.
Turn around
One week
Send to
First Class Post to: Specialist Laboratory Medicine
Block 46
St James
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Collection Con
Dark blue (trace metals) sample preferred. EDTA tube is also acceptable.
Sample REQ
Store at 4C prior to sending.
Units
nmol/L