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Copper is a laboratory test that measures a result in a Blood (EDTA) sample. It may be ordered to investigate symptoms, support a diagnosis or monitor a condition, depending on your clinician's advice.
The current booking price is shown at Rs. 917 against an MRP of Rs. 1205, inclusive of taxes where applicable.
Fast for 8–12 hours before sample collection. Plain water is allowed unless your clinician advises otherwise. Home sample collection is available in serviceable cities. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample using sterile equipment, and the report is shared online after processing.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result unit | µg/dL | Use the reference range printed on your final report. |
| High copper | Above lab range | May relate to inflammation, liver or copper metabolism context. |
| Low copper | Below lab range | May relate to deficiency, absorption or protein context. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Trace mineral review | Copper is needed for blood, nerves and enzymes. |
| Wilson disease support | Often read with ceruloplasmin and urine copper. |
| Deficiency review | Used when unexplained anaemia or neurologic symptoms exist. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Anaemia, weakness, neurologic symptoms, liver issues. |
| Risk context | Liver disease, malabsorption, supplements, family history. |
| Follow-up users | People with abnormal ceruloplasmin or suspected copper disorder. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | Fast for 8–12 hours before sample collection. Plain water is allowed unless your clinician advises otherwise. |
| Supplements | Copper/zinc supplements can affect results. |
| Interpretation | Read with ceruloplasmin, liver tests and urine copper when relevant. |
Home sample collection for Copper is available in the cities below, subject to confirmation of your pincode at booking.
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Your sample is collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent to the partner laboratory for analysis. The laboratory processes the sample using its validated procedures and quality controls. Your final report shows the result, unit and reference range used for that test. Discuss an unexpected or abnormal result with your clinician.