Atomic Number:	16
Atomic Symbol:	S
Atomic Weight:	32.06
Electron Configuration:	[Ne]3s23p4

Sulfur as part of the makeup some amino acids (cysteine, cystine, taurine, and methionine) is essential to human life. Sulfur is found in all cells. Skin and nail disease have been associated with an inadequate intake of sulfur containing amino acids. Psoriasis and rheumatic condition suffers often respond well to increased intakes of these amino acids.

Sample Requirements (click on cell)

Plasma/Serum

Urine

Hair

Reference range

Analyte Sulfur
Random Urine	24 Hour Urine	Plasma	Hair
140.0 - 600.0 mg/L  4.4-18.7 mmol/L 0.57 - 2.46 mol/mol creatinine	7.8 - 25.0 mmol/d	28.7 - 36.2 mmol/L	1.40-1.72 mmol/g

 

Method of Analysis:  High Resolution ICP/MS

Test available:  Monday - Friday 0800 - 1600 h
Turnaround Time:  Average 5-10 days
Maximum 10 days

January 31, 2012