Testing & Diagnosis

Identifying heavy metal exposure and assessing its potential impact on health requires appropriate laboratory testing and careful clinical evaluation. Toxic metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium and arsenic may accumulate in certain tissues, while blood, urine and hair testing can provide different insights into exposure patterns. Understanding the strengths and limitations of each testing method is essential for accurate interpretation.

In this section, we explore the various approaches to heavy metal testing and diagnosis, including blood and urine analysis, hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA), and other specialised investigations. Discover how different tests are used to evaluate recent or ongoing exposure, what their results can reveal, and why combining reliable laboratory findings with a detailed exposure history and clinical assessment is important for making informed decisions about your health.