--- title: Mercury (Blood) Test type: biomarker url: "https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/mercury-blood" also_known_as: - mercury - mercury, blood - mercury (blood) category: Metabolic Health units: - mcg/L - ug/L order_price_usd: 84.99 order_item: Heavy Metals Panel (Basic) order_url: "https://www.test-well.com/tests/heavy-metals-basic" reviewed_at: 2026-09-05 --- # Mercury (Blood) > Mercury (Blood) is measured with a standard blood draw; no fasting is needed. A typical reference range is 0.000 – 10.0 mcg/L. At TestWell it's $84.99 all-in as Heavy Metals Panel (Basic), results in 5–7 business days, drawn at Quest or Labcorp. An out-of-range result is a prompt to look closer, not a diagnosis. Also known as: mercury, mercury, blood, mercury (blood). ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Units | mcg/L / ug/L | | Sample | Blood draw | | Fasting | Not required | | Results | 5–7 business days | | Price | $84.99 | | Labs | Quest or Labcorp | ## What does Mercury (Blood) measure? Blood mercury level. Mostly reflects recent exposure (commonly from fish consumption). ## What is the normal range for Mercury (Blood)? | Population | Reference range | | --- | --- | | age 18+ | 0.000 – 10.0 mcg/L | Reference intervals differ slightly between labs; the range printed on your report is the one to interpret against. Ranges are usually set so 95% of healthy people fall inside them. ## What does a high Mercury (Blood) mean? Often reflects high consumption of large predatory fish (tuna, swordfish, shark) or occupational exposure. ## How do you get tested for Mercury (Blood)? | Order | Type | Price | Includes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Heavy Metals Panel (Basic)](https://www.test-well.com/tests/heavy-metals-basic) | Single test | $84.99 | This marker | | [Environmental Toxins Panel](https://www.test-well.com/tests/environmental-toxins-panel) | Panel | $1049.99 | 4 tests | ## Quest vs Labcorp vs BioReference | Lab | Available | Price | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Quest Diagnostics | Yes | $84.99 | Choose Quest at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | Labcorp | Yes | $84.99 | Choose Labcorp at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | BioReference (NY & NJ) | No | — | Not available in NY/NJ for this test. | - [What a high Mercury (Blood) means (causes, symptoms, next steps)](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/mercury-blood/high) ## Common questions about Mercury (Blood) ### Do I need a doctor's order to test my mercury (blood)? No. TestWell's licensed physician network reviews and approves your order — usually within minutes. You can place an order online without an in-person visit or a referral from your own doctor. ### How long does it take to get Mercury (Blood) results? Most Mercury (Blood) results are available in 1–3 business days after your specimen arrives at the lab. You'll get an email the moment your results are ready, with everything viewable in your TestWell portal. ### How much does a Mercury (Blood) test cost? Our Heavy Metals Panel (Basic) starts at $84.99. That's the all-in price — no copays, no insurance hoops, no surprise bills. HSA and FSA cards are accepted. ### Do I need to fast before my Mercury (Blood) test? Fasting is not required for the Mercury (Blood) test. You can have your blood drawn any time of day. ### Which lab will process my Mercury (Blood) test? Your test will be processed by Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp, or BioReference depending on which is closest to you and which lab carries the test. All three are CLIA-certified and trusted by hospitals nationwide. You'll choose your lab during checkout from 4,000+ locations. ## Sources - [Mayo Clinic Labs](https://www.mayocliniclabs.com/test-catalog/overview/8617) - [Testing.com (AACC) — Mercury Blood Test: Check Your Levels, Get Results](https://www.testing.com/tests/mercury/) ## Related biomarkers - [Glucose](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/glucose) - [Creatinine](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/creatinine) - [eGFR](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/egfr) - [BUN](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/bun) - [ALT](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/alt) - [AST](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/ast) - [Reference range lookup tool](https://www.test-well.com/tools/reference-range-lookup) - [Lab unit converter](https://www.test-well.com/tools/lab-unit-converter) - [All biomarkers](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers) --- Medically reviewed by Youmna DiStefano, MD (Medical Reviewer, TestWell); last reviewed 2026-09-05. Review policy: https://www.test-well.com/reviewers/youmna-distefano-md Canonical page: https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/mercury-blood Machine-readable catalog: https://www.test-well.com/api/catalog.json · MCP server: https://www.test-well.com/mcp · Overview for agents: https://www.test-well.com/llms.txt Prices are cash-pay, in USD, and include physician authorization; every order adds one flat $6 lab processing fee. Educational content is not a diagnosis — discuss results with a clinician.