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Your urinary nickel is in the normal range, consistent with typical background dietary and environmental exposure. No toxic nickel accumulation is indicated.
No measurable nickel was found in your urine. Nickel is a common environmental metal and mild allergen. An undetectable level indicates minimal exposure and is an excellent result.
No action needed.
Urine nickel undetectable — no significant nickel exposureYour urinary nickel is within the normal reference range. Small amounts of nickel are commonly found due to dietary exposure from foods like chocolate, nuts, and whole grains. This level does not indicate toxic exposure.
No action needed. If you have nickel sensitivity or allergic contact dermatitis, dietary nickel reduction may benefit skin symptoms.
Urine nickel within reference range — no evidence of significant nickel exposureA small amount of nickel is detectable, consistent with normal dietary exposure from foods naturally containing nickel. This is within the expected range and is not a health concern.
No action needed.
Urine nickel: low-normal — consistent with background dietary exposureYour urinary nickel is in the normal range, consistent with typical background dietary and environmental exposure. No toxic nickel accumulation is indicated.
No specific action required.
Urine nickel within acceptable reference rangeYour nickel level is in the optimal range, reflecting very low dietary and environmental exposure to this metal.
No action needed.
Urine nickel: optimal — minimal nickel body burdenYour urinary nickel is above the reference range. Elevated nickel can result from occupational exposure (nickel plating, stainless steel welding, battery manufacturing), high-nickel diet, or dental/orthopedic metal alloys. Nickel is a common contact allergen and can trigger systemic reactions in sensitized individuals.
Identify the source of elevated nickel. If occupationally exposed, review safety measures. If you have contact dermatitis or systemic nickel allergy symptoms, discuss with a dermatologist.
Urine nickel 5.0–15 mcg/L — borderline elevated; above reference rangeYour urinary nickel is significantly elevated, indicating meaningful nickel exposure. Chronic elevated nickel is associated with respiratory irritation, increased risk of lung and nasal cancers with heavy occupational exposure, kidney effects, and noticeable systemic allergic reactions in sensitized individuals.
Seek medical evaluation. Identify and reduce exposure sources immediately. Pulmonary function testing is advisable if occupationally exposed via inhalation.
Urine nickel >15 mcg/L — elevated; significant nickel exposure confirmedYour urinary nickel is critically elevated, consistent with acute or noticeable chronic nickel toxicity. Acute nickel poisoning (often from nickel carbonyl gas inhalation) causes noticeable pulmonary edema, neurological effects, and kidney damage. This level requires immediate investigation.
Seek emergency medical care if symptomatic. Urgent exposure source identification and elimination is required. Specialist toxicology evaluation is needed.
Urine nickel >50 mcg/L — critical; acute nickel toxicityUpload your lab report and get your actual values interpreted in plain English — instantly, with no medical training required.