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overflow: hidden; transition: max-height 0.3s ease; }\n        .product-listing-container input[type=\"checkbox\"]:checked + .main-section .main-section-content { max-height: 50000px; }\n        .product-listing-container input[type=\"checkbox\"]:checked + .main-section .main-dropdown-icon { transform: rotate(180deg); }\n        .product-listing-container .main-section-inner { padding: 20px; }\n\n        .product-listing-container .disclaimer-section { background-color: #f8fafc; border-left: 4px solid #2c7a7b; padding: 20px; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px; }\n        .product-listing-container .disclaimer-section h3 { color: #2c7a7b; font-size: 18px; margin: 0 0 15px 0; }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Hero Section --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hero-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eManganese Blood Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eDetect manganese toxicity from occupational or environmental exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"hero-badge\"\u003e🩸 Venous Blood Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Why Test Section --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"why-test-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhy Test for Manganese?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eManganese is an \u003cstrong\u003eessential trace element\u003c\/strong\u003e needed for bone health, metabolism, and antioxidant function—but too much is toxic. Unlike most nutritional deficiencies, \u003cstrong\u003emanganese toxicity is far more common than deficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly among workers exposed to manganese dust or fumes. Chronic overexposure causes \"manganism,\" a serious neurological condition with Parkinson's-like symptoms. Blood testing is the standard method to assess manganese status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Common Sources Grid --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sources-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCommon Sources of Manganese Exposure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sources-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e🔧\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eWelding fumes \u0026amp; grinding\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e⛏️\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eMining \u0026amp; ore processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e🏭\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eSteel \u0026amp; alloy production\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e🔋\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eBattery manufacturing\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e🎨\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eCeramics \u0026amp; glass colouring\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e🧪\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eChemical production\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e💉\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eLong-term TPN (IV nutrition)\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"source-item\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-icon\"\u003e🚰\u003c\/span\u003e\n                \u003cspan class=\"source-text\"\u003eContaminated well water\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Symptoms Section --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"symptoms-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"warning-icon\"\u003e⚠\u003c\/span\u003e Symptoms of Manganese Toxicity (Manganism)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"symptoms-cloud\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e🚶\u003c\/span\u003e Slowness of movement\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e🤲\u003c\/span\u003e Tremor (often at rest)\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e🦿\u003c\/span\u003e Stiffness \u0026amp; rigidity\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e⚖️\u003c\/span\u003e Balance problems\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e🧠\u003c\/span\u003e Memory \u0026amp; concentration issues\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e😔\u003c\/span\u003e Depression \u0026amp; mood changes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e😤\u003c\/span\u003e Irritability\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"symptom-pill\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pill-icon\"\u003e😴\u003c\/span\u003e Fatigue \u0026amp; weakness\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"symptoms-note\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"note-icon\"\u003e💡\u003c\/span\u003e Early symptoms may be subtle and mistaken for stress or aging. Manganism resembles Parkinson's disease but has a different underlying cause. Early detection through testing allows intervention before permanent damage occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Results Timing --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"results-timing\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eResults ready within 5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYour sample goes to a UKAS accredited laboratory meeting ISO 15189 standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n        \u003cdiv class=\"dob-notice\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once your order confirmation arrives, please reply to the email with your date of birth. This helps us process your order quickly and avoid any delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Sample Info --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sample-info\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e🩸 Sample Requirements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sample-info-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"sample-detail\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-icon\"\u003e💉\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-label\"\u003eSample Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-value\"\u003eVenous Blood (Serum)\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"sample-detail\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-icon\"\u003e🏥\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-label\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-value\"\u003ePhlebotomist Required\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"sample-detail\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-icon\"\u003e📅\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-label\"\u003eTurnaround\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"detail-value\"\u003e5 Working Days\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Who Should Test --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"who-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e👤 Who Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"who-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e🔧\u003c\/span\u003e Welders and metal fabricators\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e⛏️\u003c\/span\u003e Miners and smelter workers\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e🏭\u003c\/span\u003e Steel and alloy production workers\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e🔋\u003c\/span\u003e Battery manufacturing employees\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e💉\u003c\/span\u003e Patients on long-term IV nutrition (TPN)\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e🧠\u003c\/span\u003e Anyone with unexplained neurological symptoms\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e🚰\u003c\/span\u003e People with well water concerns\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"who-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"who-icon\"\u003e📋\u003c\/span\u003e Occupational health monitoring\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"info-card tip\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Welders Take Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welding fumes containing manganese are a major occupational hazard. If you weld regularly, periodic manganese testing is advisable—even with good ventilation and PPE. Early detection of elevated levels allows intervention before neurological symptoms develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Special Instructions - Collapsible --\u003e\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"manganese-special-instructions-toggle\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"main-section\"\u003e\n        \u003clabel for=\"manganese-special-instructions-toggle\" class=\"main-section-header\"\u003e\n            \u003ch2 class=\"main-section-title\"\u003eSpecial Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"main-dropdown-icon\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/label\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"main-section-content\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"main-section-inner\"\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Fasting Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can eat and drink normally before this test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming for Occupational Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e For workplace monitoring, samples are often collected at the end of the work shift or work week. Follow your occupational health guidelines if applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e This test uses a standard SST (gold top) tube. Blood manganese is the preferred sample type for assessing body manganese status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePost Sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Return your sample the same day it's collected using the prepaid envelope provided. Post early in the week (Monday–Wednesday) to avoid weekend delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"info-card warning\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Occupational Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have significant occupational manganese exposure, your employer should provide regular health surveillance under COSHH regulations. This private test does not replace workplace health monitoring requirements but can supplement it or provide baseline measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"info-card info\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eℹ️ Why Blood Testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Blood (serum) testing is the standard method for assessing manganese status. Blood levels correlate well with body burden and clinical symptoms. Urine testing for manganese is less reliable because only very small amounts are excreted via the kidneys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Disclaimer --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"disclaimer-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMedical Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis test is for screening purposes only and does not constitute a medical diagnosis. Results should be reviewed by a qualified healthcare provider who can interpret them in the context of your health history, occupation, symptoms, and exposure sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIf you have neurological symptoms and elevated manganese levels, please consult your GP or an occupational health physician promptly. Early intervention can prevent progression of manganism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Medi Test Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61392535388490,"sku":"TDL(MANG)","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/5926\/5354\/files\/manganese_blood_test_venous_box.png?v=1774046649","url":"https:\/\/meditestdirect.co.uk\/products\/manganese-toxicology-screen","provider":"Medi Test Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}