Vibrant measures the standard form of cesium, with molecular mass 133, on the Heavy metals test.
Cesium is a heavy metal that is measured in many biomonitoring studies (both stable and radioactive forms). Biomonitoring helps determine the level of cesium exposure in individuals or populations, especially in areas with known or suspected higher naturally occurring cesium concentrations.
While cesium-133 itself is not radioactive and does not emit harmful radiation, high levels can accumulate in organs and tissues and cause biochemical disruptions.
Elevated urinary cesium levels may stem from contaminated food, water, air, or occupational exposure, and could indicate excessive exposure or ingestion. It may also indicate metabolic or renal dysfunction if cesium is being excreted at abnormally high rates.