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Dysprosium (Dy)

Includes 1 test
Blood, Urine, Saliva, Faeces, Hair, Nails
10 Days
55€

Dysprosium is a very soft, glossy, silver metal. It is stable in air at room temperature even though it is slowly oxidized by oxygen. It reacts with cold water and dissolves rapidly in acids.

Dysprosium’s applications

Dysprosium is used in nuclear reactors as a ceramic-metal, a ceramic and molten metal composite, in manufacturing laser materials and control rods for nuclear reactors, and as a source of infrared radiation for studying chemical reactions. Another use of radioactivity is in manufacturing dosimeters to monitor exposure to ionizing radiation.

Dysprosium in the environment

Dysprosium is one of the most abundant elements of the lanthanides, twice as abundant as Tin. It is not found as a free element, but it is found in many minerals.

Impact of Dysprosium on human health

Dysprosium has no biological role. Its soluble salts are slightly toxic when ingested, while its insoluble salts are non-toxic.

Dysprosium does not appear to pose an environmental threat to plants and animals.

How can one determine if one has been exposed to Dysprosium?

We can measure dysprosium levels in the blood and most biological materials.

Determination of metals is done by ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry, Inductively Coupled Argon Plasma Mass Spectrometry), a method that enables the simultaneous detection of many metals. Its sensitivity and accuracy are significantly better than conventional atomic absorption, with the ability to measure metals at concentrations up to 1 in 1015 (1 in 1 quadrillion, ppq)!

 

 

Important Note

Laboratory test results are the most important parameter for diagnosing and monitoring all pathological conditions. Between 70% and 80% of diagnostic decisions are based on laboratory tests. The correct interpretation of laboratory results allows a doctor to distinguish "healthy" from "diseased."

Laboratory test results should not be interpreted solely based on the numerical result of a single analysis. They should be interpreted in relation to each individual case, family history, clinical findings, and the results of other laboratory tests and information. Your physician should explain the importance of your test results.

At Diagnostiki Athinon, we answer any questions you may have about the test you perform in our laboratory and contact your doctor to ensure you receive the best possible medical care.

Additional information
Tests includedIncludes 1 test
Sample Blood, Urine, Saliva, Faeces, Hair, Nails
Procedure completion test
Step 1

Purchase the test you want online

Select the tests you wish, through the most complete range of Preventive and Functional Medicine tests and purchase them online.

Step 2

Sampling

We send you the certified package - sampling collection kit, to collect your sample, always in accordance with the instructions contained within the kit.

Step 3

Sending your sample

After you have collected your sample, place it in the prepaid shipping package, contact the courier company and send it to our certified laboratory.

Step 4

Receiving the test results

Download your test results easily and securely anytime you want by logging in to your personal account.

Step 1

Book an appointment and buy the test online

Select from the most complete range test of Prevention, Andrology and Diagnostics, book an appointment in real time and purchase them online.

Step 2

Sampling

Visit the certified laboratory of Diagnostiki Athinon on the date and time you have chosen, to perform the sampling.

Step 3

Receiving the test results

Download your test results easily and securely anytime you want by logging in to your personal account.

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