House Dust Benzene Cardioactive Digoxin Equivalents (Cardiac Digoxin-like Compounds)
This test measures levels of certain chemicals found in house dust, including benzene and substances that mimic the effects of digoxin—a heart medication. These compounds may come from household products or environmental sources.
["Assessing potential exposure to harmful substances in your home environment."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 103087-3
- Short code
- House Dust Bencard IgE RAST
- Synonyms
- House Dust Bencard IgE RAST
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 10
- Ref high
- 40
- Critical range
- — – 500 N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- rast
- CPT
- 84484
- SNOMED
- 302774002
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Measures
The test detects two types of analytes: benzene, a chemical found in some household products and environmental pollutants, and compounds that resemble digoxin, a medication used to regulate heart rhythm. These are measured in the dust collected from your home.
Why It Might Be Ordered
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you suspect exposure to benzene or similar compounds, especially if you live in an area with known pollution, use certain cleaning products, or have a history of heart-related issues that could be affected by these substances.
How the Test Works
A sample of dust is collected from your home and analyzed using a sensitive detection method to quantify the presence of benzene and compounds that mimic digoxin. The results help assess potential exposure levels.
What the Results Mean
High levels of benzene or digoxin-like compounds in dust may indicate exposure to these substances. However, interpretation depends on clinical context, such as your occupation, lifestyle, or medical history. Your healthcare provider will discuss the results with you.
Reference range
Adult: 10-40 U/LN/A
No special preparation required. Avoid fatty meals before the test if possible.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test helps identify potential environmental exposures that could impact health, particularly for individuals with heart conditions or those living in areas with known pollution. Elevated levels may warrant further investigation into sources of exposure and potential health monitoring.
Short name
Benzene & Digoxin-like Compounds in Dust
Frequently asked questions
What does a positive result mean for my health?
Can I reduce exposure to these substances at home?
How often should I get this test if I have recurring concerns?
Sources
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