Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test
Gold Blood Test

Over 90k Biomarkers Tested

Gold Blood Test

$55.00 AUD

Receiving gold-based medical treatments, have occupational exposure to gold, or need monitoring for potential gold accumulation from therapeutic or environmental sources?

Work with gold or exposed through treatment? The Gold Blood Test measures how much gold is in the body. While gold is used in jewellery and industry, high levels usually come from medical treatments or workplace exposure. This test may help check for overexposure and monitor possible effects on the kidneys or immune system.

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You will be emailed a referral to take to your local collection centre. If you ever have any questions, we're here to help.

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How It Works

Getting your health measured shouldn't be hard! We're here to help you every step of the way.

1
Order a test

Order a test

Order the private test that suits you and your goals. After ordering, you will receive your referral by email.

2
Collect the sample

Collect the sample

Attend one of our 4000+ partner collection centres throughout Australia. Search locations.

3
Receive your results

Receive your results

View all your lab results in your secure health dashboard. Easy!

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

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Adam O. ACT

Simple health checks in my control

I didn't know that private blood tests were an option. Tried this platform as the packages suited what I wanted for a good price. Easy to follow instructions, and super quick results. Platform provides more information than my gp's ever have on the tests and what the results meant. Would like more clinics to be able to test at (specifically Capital Pathology) but there is a decent network. Will continue to use.

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Overview

Gold testing works like having a precision detector in your bloodstream that can spot even the tiniest traces of gold, helping doctors monitor whether gold-based treatments are working effectively or if harmful levels are building up in your body. Gold might seem like an unusual medicine, but it's actually been used for decades to treat rheumatoid arthritis, where special gold compounds act like skilled peacekeepers that calm inflammation and help protect your joints from damage. However, gold behaves like a houseguest that tends to overstay its welcome – it can accumulate in your tissues over time and potentially cause serious problems with your kidneys, blood, skin, or liver if levels get too high.

This test is essential because gold therapy walks a tightrope between being helpful and harmful, with a relatively narrow sweet spot between effective treatment and toxicity. Regular monitoring allows your healthcare provider to fine-tune your treatment, ensuring you get the inflammation-fighting benefits while staying safely below dangerous levels. The testing is also valuable for people who work with gold regularly – like miners, jewelers, or electronics workers – since it can catch early signs of gold buildup before any symptoms appear, giving you a heads-up if occupational exposure is becoming a concern.

Symptoms

Essential for patients on gold therapy for rheumatoid arthritis, workers with occupational gold exposure, or individuals requiring toxicity assessment after gold exposure.

Questions

  • Gold compounds have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties that can reduce joint inflammation and slow disease progression in rheumatoid arthritis, though newer treatments are now more commonly used.
  • Typically monthly during initial treatment, then every 2-3 months during maintenance therapy, with more frequent monitoring if side effects develop or doses are adjusted.
  • Symptoms can include skin rashes, mouth sores, kidney problems, blood disorders, liver dysfunction, and gastrointestinal issues. Regular monitoring helps detect toxicity before serious symptoms develop.
  • Gold can persist in tissues for months to years after treatment stops, with elimination half-life of several months, which is why monitoring may continue after discontinuation.
  • Blood testing primarily detects soluble gold compounds from medical treatments or occupational exposure. Jewelry typically doesn't release significant amounts of gold into the bloodstream.
  • Yes, newer DMARDs and biologic therapies are now more commonly used for rheumatoid arthritis due to better safety profiles and effectiveness compared to gold compounds.

Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

Biomarker Tested

How to prepare

No special preparation required. Inform healthcare provider of all medications, especially gold-containing drugs, and any recent dental work or occupational exposures. Blood sample collected by trained phlebotomist. Fasting not required.

After the test

Therapeutic levels require continued monitoring and possible dose adjustments. Elevated levels may necessitate treatment modification, increased monitoring, or discontinuation. Address any symptoms of toxicity promptly with healthcare providers.

Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.

Understanding results

Results show gold concentration in blood compared to reference ranges. Therapeutic levels for gold therapy are typically 1-3 mg/L. Higher levels may indicate toxicity risk requiring dose adjustment or treatment discontinuation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most collection centres accept walk-ins. Some may require a booking - check details when you click on your chosen location.

If your test needs fasting, we’ll include that in your instructions after you order. Fasting usually means no food for 8–12 hours, but water is fine.

Just your pathology referral form (we email it to you)

Of course. Just maybe don’t bring the friend who faints at the sight of blood.

They’re the highly trained professionals who take your blood sample - with a steady hand and a sharp needle. They love blood, but don’t worry… they’re not vampires. Just legends who make blood tests quick, clean, and (almost) painless.

Some of our tests include Urine, Stool, Saliva and more. Each test will have a clear description on what sample you will need to give and instructions on how.