Comprehensive Urine Elements - Urine Add-On - Genova Test Kit
The Comprehensive Urine Elements - Urine Add-On - Genova Test Kit evaluates urine samples to assess the levels of various essential and toxic elements, aiding in the identification of nutritional imbalances, heavy metal exposure, and potential health risks.
Preparation:
Shipping samples Monday - Thursday only is recommended to avoid shipment delays. Overnight fasting is required before collection. Patients should refrain from taking any medications or supplements until after collection. Consult with your physician prior to stopping any medications. Make sure to read and follow all collection instructions.
Test Results:
7-14 business days once the lab receives the specimen. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
Notice: This test kit can only be added to the Metabolomix+ (GD3200). You cannot order this test and the Toxic Element Clearance add-on.
What is the purpose of this test?
The Comprehensive Urine Elements Test Kit is designed to analyze urine samples to assess the levels of essential and toxic elements. By measuring the urinary excretion of 15 nutrient elements and 20 toxic metals, this test provides valuable insights into overall nutritional status and potential exposure to harmful substances. It aids in identifying nutritional imbalances, such as deficiencies or excess levels of essential nutrients, as well as detecting heavy metal exposure, which can pose significant health risks. With this information, healthcare providers can tailor personalized interventions to optimize health, address nutrient deficiencies, and mitigate the effects of heavy metal toxicity, ultimately promoting well-being and reducing the risk of associated health issues.
The Comprehensive Urine Elements Urine - Genova Test Kit includes the following:
- Aluminum | Antimony | Arsenic
- Barium | Bismuth
- Cadmium | Calcium | Cesium | Chromium | Cobalt | Copper | Creatinine
- Gadolinium | Gallium
- Iron
- Lead | Lithium
- Magnesium | Manganese | Mercury | Molybdenum
- Nickel | Niobium
- Platinum | Potassium
- Rubidium
- Selenium | Strontium | Sulfur
- Thallium | Thorium | Tin | Tungsten
- Uranium
- Vanadium
- Zinc
Benefits of the Comprehensive Urine Elements - Genova Test Kit:
- Detection of Heavy Metal Exposure: By analyzing urine samples, the kit identifies levels of toxic elements, providing insights into potential exposure to heavy metals such as lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium.
- Assessment of Detoxification Capacity: The test evaluates the body's ability to clear toxic elements through urine excretion, offering valuable information about detoxification processes and overall health.
- Monitoring Environmental Exposure: It aids in monitoring exposure to environmental toxins, helping individuals and healthcare providers assess risks and implement strategies to reduce exposure.
- Prevention of Health Risks: Early detection of elevated toxic element levels allows for proactive measures to prevent or minimize the health risks associated with heavy metal toxicity, such as neurological disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and kidney damage.
- Personalized Health Management: Results from the test kit enable personalized health management strategies, including lifestyle modifications, nutritional interventions, and targeted detoxification protocols tailored to individual toxic element levels and health goals.
