Urine Fluoride

Fluoride exposure can be from drinking water, beverages, toothpaste, refrigerants and non-stick coatings as well as many prescription drugs including some anaesthetics, antibiotics, antidepressants, chemotherapeutics, corticosteroids, asthma, allergy medications and antifungals. It may also be associated with dental fluorosis, osteomalacia, ligament calcification, hypocalcaemia, arrhythmias, neurotoxicity, headaches, vertigo, thyroid dysfunction and anaemia. This test is indicated for patients who have suspected fluoride exposure.