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Heavy Metal Testing

A multi-step assessment of both non-provoked and provoked urine heavy metals, yielding the best representation of total body Heavy Metal burden that you can get.

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HOW IT WORKS

Understanding Heavy Metal Testing

What is Heavy Metal Testing

This is a two-step test involving both non-provoked and provoked urine samples. Radiant Health & Wellness provides patients interested in Heavy Metal Testing with easy-to-follow instructions for both tests and outlines all required steps.

By combining the two tests, we create a comprehensive assessment of recent exposure and chronic heavy metal accumulation.

What It Tests For

Heavy Metal Testing assesses many possible Heavy Metals in the body. Heavy Metals are typically stored in body tissues (i.e., bone, fat, brain and nervous system, liver, kidneys, and hair and nails).

The tests provide the most accurate representation of heavy metals in the body and include toxic metals such as aluminum, arsenic, lead, mercury, and others.

BENEFITS

Who It’s For

We recommend Heavy Metal Testing for individuals interested in optimizing their health, those with known heavy metal exposures, and those experiencing symptoms associated with heavy metal exposure, including:

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Headaches

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Brain Fog

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Fatigue

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Gut Concerns

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Muscle & Joint Pain

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Testing is half of the puzzle; interpretation and assessment complete your health picture.

Why do we want to remove heavy metals?

Heavy Metals or toxic metal accumulation can contribute to a host of diseases. Testing can help track treatment efficacy, screen individuals, and enable preventive action.

What type of Heavy Metal Test do you use?

At Radiant Health & Wellness, we use a comprehensive two-step urine assessment.

What happens if you find elevated levels?

Your practitioner may recommend targeted detoxification support, chelation therapy, lifestyle or environmental modifications, or other indicated interventions.

How often should I test for heavy metals?

Heavy Metals should be assessed at the beginning and end of the recommended treatment.

Who should not test for heavy metals?

The Provoked test uses a medical-grade chelating agent. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, or those with impaired kidney function are not good candidates for this type of testing.

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