{"title":"Heavy Metals Health","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeavy Metals Health: Heavy metal exposure is on the rise. Common sources include cigarettes, seafood, rice, well water, vaccinations and dental fillings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese toxic elements can significantly increase our risk of developing conditions like dementia, infertility, diabetes and cancer. They are also known to cause damage to the liver, kidneys and brain, as well as the cardiovascular, nervous and endocrine systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential elements are abundant, too, and only healthy when they are within optimal ranges. Nutrients like copper, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/collections\/iodine\"\u003eiodine\u003c\/a\u003e, magnesium, selenium and zinc are critical for enzymes that synthesize neurotransmitters and activate hormones. Bromine and lithium, while not currently classified as “essential” elements, have been shown to play a positive role in health but are also potentially toxic at excessive levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"title-heading6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the Focus on Elements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting too much, and sometimes too little, of various elements has consequences for our overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho should consider heavy metals and essential elements testing? Anyone who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eSmokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eHas exposure to private well water or aging pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eIs concerned about heavy metals in foods like vegetables, rice and seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eHas mercury dental work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"odd\"\u003eLives in an older home or near an industrial area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"even\"\u003eHas thyroid-related health issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"title-heading6\"\u003eMost Focused Assessment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach test included in ZRT’s Heavy Metals \u0026amp; Essential Elements kit has been selected for its value in providing clinical insight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"title-heading6\"\u003eWhy Test Both Blood \u0026amp; Urine?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy metals and essential elements affect different body systems, so it makes sense that they can’t all be measured in the same body fluid. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, urinary cadmium is the best measure of accumulated exposure, while blood spot assesses only recent exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media-body\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried Urine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZRT’s dried urine method offers a discreet, at-home testing alternative and eliminates the hassles of all-day jug urine collection. Patients collect urine on a filter strip twice during the day. Dried strips are shelf-stable for 30 days and easy to mail back to the lab for analysis.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media-body\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media-body\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried Blood Spot: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt allows testers to collect samples in the privacy of their own homes and is simple and nearly painless, avoiding a trip to the phlebotomist. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elements-profile-dried-urine","title":"Toxic and Essential Elements Profile | ICPMS | 8 Markers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e U-327 Toxic and Essential Elements Profile | \u003cstrong\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Urine (4 collections) | \u003cstrong\u003eTechnology:\u003c\/strong\u003e AdvancedICP-MS analysis with specialist laboratory interpretation included | \u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZRT Laboratory (CLIA-certified) | \u003cstrong\u003eTest Result:\u003c\/strong\u003e in 3-5 working days | \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults and Children | \u003cstrong\u003eCollect Sample At Home:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Clinic Visit Required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCould Toxic Elements Be Disrupting Your Thyroid Health?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy metals and toxic elements are increasingly present in our food, water, and environment — and the thyroid is one of the organs most vulnerable to their effects. Mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and bromine can all interfere with thyroid hormone production, conversion, and uptake, often causing symptoms that are mistaken for other conditions or dismissed entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis at-home test analyses \u003cstrong\u003e8 key toxic and essential elements in dried urine\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong\u003eICP-MS technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most sensitive and accurate method available for trace element analysis. It is specifically designed to assess how elements in your environment and diet may be affecting your thyroid function and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Test Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Urine — Toxic \u0026amp; Essential Elements (ICP-MS):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIodine (I)\u003c\/strong\u003e — essential for thyroid hormone production (T3 and T4); deficiency is a leading cause of hypothyroidism and goitre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBromine (Br)\u003c\/strong\u003e — competes with iodine for thyroid receptor sites; elevated bromine can suppress thyroid function even when iodine appears adequate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium (Se)\u003c\/strong\u003e — critical for converting inactive T4 into active T3; also protects the thyroid from oxidative damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArsenic (As)\u003c\/strong\u003e — toxic metalloid found in rice, seafood, and contaminated water; disrupts thyroid hormone synthesis and metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury (Hg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — highly toxic; accumulates from contaminated fish and dental amalgam; associated with thyroid dysfunction and autoimmunity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCadmium (Cd)\u003c\/strong\u003e — found in cigarette smoke and contaminated food; linked to increased risk of thyroid disorders including goitre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLithium (Li)\u003c\/strong\u003e — trace element that affects thyroid hormone synthesis; elevated levels — from medication or environmental sources — can suppress thyroid output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreatinine (Crtn)\u003c\/strong\u003e — used to adjust urine results for concentration, ensuring all element readings are accurate and comparable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Test For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eadults and children\u003c\/strong\u003e who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave an underactive or overactive thyroid, or suspect thyroid dysfunction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat fish or seafood regularly, particularly high-mercury species (tuna, swordfish, shark)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave mercury dental fillings (amalgam)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoke or are regularly exposed to cigarette smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsume rice frequently or live in areas with high environmental contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience fatigue, brain fog, weight changes, hair loss, poor sleep, or cold intolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to understand whether environmental toxins are contributing to their thyroid symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre monitoring iodine and selenium levels to support thyroid health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNot Sure Which Test Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail us at \u003ca class=\"text-link\" href=\"mailto:info@hormonelab.co.uk\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003einfo@hormonelab.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e with your gender, age, symptoms, medications, and any current treatments. We will forward your enquiry to our doctors and respond within 24 hours with a suggestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThyroid Symptoms This Test Can Help Investigate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToxic element imbalances often present as classic thyroid symptoms, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent fatigue and low energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog, poor memory, or slow thinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair loss, dry skin, or brittle nails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeling cold when others do not\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor sleep or insomnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow mood or depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMenstrual irregularities or fertility concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle or joint aches with no clear cause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivered directly to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your urine sample at home\u003c\/strong\u003e — using the dried urine spot collection cards included; no clinic visit required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e to the laboratory using the instructions and return envelope provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your results by email\u003c\/strong\u003e within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive With Your Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 8 markers displayed in clear \u003cstrong\u003egraphics and easy-to-read values\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA written interpretation by a \u003cstrong\u003eHormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and \u003cstrong\u003erecommended next steps\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — \u003cstrong\u003eno hidden charges\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/toxic-essential-elements-urine.pdf?v=1647865876\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView a Sample Test Result Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. ZRT has performed \u003cstrong\u003eover 11 million tests\u003c\/strong\u003e and is trusted by healthcare professionals in \u003cstrong\u003e96+ countries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePioneers of at-home \u003cstrong\u003edried urine spot\u003c\/strong\u003e element testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced \u003cstrong\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/strong\u003e technology for clinical-grade trace element accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach element tested in the most clinically significant sample type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised reference ranges based on age and sex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough our partnership with ZRT Laboratory, Hormone Lab UK delivers internationally recognised, research-backed testing to people across the UK and Europe — from the comfort of home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow are toxic elements linked to thyroid disease?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMercury, cadmium, arsenic, and bromine are all known thyroid disruptors. They can interfere with iodine uptake, block thyroid hormone receptors, trigger autoimmune responses, and impair the conversion of T4 to the active hormone T3. Many people with thyroid symptoms have never had their toxic element levels assessed — this test fills that gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is urine used instead of blood for this test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDried urine is the most clinically appropriate sample for measuring urinary excretion of trace elements. The kidneys filter and excrete iodine, selenium, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium — making urine the most reliable indicator of ongoing exposure and body burden for these elements. Creatinine is measured alongside to correct for urine concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is ICP-MS and why does it matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry) is the gold standard for trace element analysis. It detects elements at extremely low concentrations with high sensitivity and specificity — far beyond what standard laboratory methods can achieve. This level of precision is essential when measuring toxic elements that may be harmful even at trace levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan bromine really affect my thyroid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Bromine is a halogen that competes directly with iodine for uptake into the thyroid gland. Even if your iodine intake is adequate, elevated bromine — from flame retardants, certain medications, or processed foods — can block iodine absorption and suppress thyroid hormone production. This is rarely tested on the NHS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this test suitable for children?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The test is suitable for adults and children. Urine sample collection is non-invasive and straightforward. If testing a child, please follow the collection instructions carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the price include the laboratory fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The full laboratory analysis fee is included in the purchase price. There are no additional charges. You are only responsible for posting your sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the kit valid for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit must be used within \u003cstrong\u003e12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e of the purchase date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32923479881,"sku":"100012","price":179.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Toxic-and-Essential-Elements-Profile.webp?v=1792668394"},{"product_id":"comprehensive-elements-profile-dried-blood-and-urine","title":"Comprehensive Heavy Metals \u0026 Essential Elements Profile | 14 Markers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest ID: BU-746 Comprehensive Heavy Metals Test\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eSample Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eDried Blood Spot + Dried Urine Strip | \u003cstrong\u003eTechnology:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICP-MS |\u003cstrong\u003e Results \u003c\/strong\u003ein 3–5 Working Days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCould Heavy Metal Exposure or Mineral Imbalance Be Affecting Your Health?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy metals such as mercury, arsenic, and cadmium accumulate silently in the body — through food, water, dental work, and environmental exposure. Essential minerals like selenium, zinc, magnesium, and iodine are equally critical: too little or too much can disrupt hormones, energy, immunity, and neurological function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis at-home test screens for \u003cstrong\u003e14 toxic and essential elements\u003c\/strong\u003e across both dried blood spot and dried urine samples, using \u003cstrong\u003eICP-MS technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for trace element analysis. It gives you a clinically meaningful picture of your toxic burden and nutritional status in a single test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat at-home heavy metals test measures?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Urine — Toxic \u0026amp; Essential Elements (ICP-MS):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIodine (I)\u003c\/strong\u003e — essential for thyroid hormone production; deficiency causes fatigue and metabolic slowdown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBromine (Br)\u003c\/strong\u003e — found in flame retardants and some medications; elevated levels may interfere with iodine uptake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium (Se)\u003c\/strong\u003e — antioxidant mineral critical for thyroid conversion and immune defence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLithium (Li)\u003c\/strong\u003e — trace mineral with neurological roles; measured to assess intake and potential excess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArsenic (As)\u003c\/strong\u003e — toxic metalloid found in rice, seafood, and contaminated water; linked to cancer and organ damage at high levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCadmium (Cd)\u003c\/strong\u003e — toxic metal from cigarettes, contaminated soil, and food; accumulates in kidneys over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreatinine (Crtn)\u003c\/strong\u003e — used to adjust urine element results for concentration, ensuring accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Blood Spot — Essential \u0026amp; Toxic Elements (ICP-MS):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury (Hg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — toxic heavy metal from fish, dental amalgam, and industrial exposure; affects the nervous system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium (Se)\u003c\/strong\u003e — blood-level selenium reflects longer-term status than urine alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCadmium (Cd)\u003c\/strong\u003e — blood measurement reflects recent or ongoing exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZinc (Zn)\u003c\/strong\u003e — essential for immune function, wound healing, and hormone synthesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium (Mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — involved in 300+ enzymatic processes; deficiency is common and often missed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper (Cu)\u003c\/strong\u003e — essential for red blood cell formation and connective tissue; imbalance affects energy and immunity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Sample Type Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach element behaves differently in the body — how it is stored, excreted, and when it appears in blood versus urine varies significantly. Testing a single sample type can produce misleading results for certain elements. ZRT Laboratory analyses each element in the most clinically relevant sample type, giving you results that are both accurate and actionable — not just a long list of numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Test For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eadults and children\u003c\/strong\u003e who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat fish or seafood regularly, particularly high-mercury species such as tuna, swordfish, or shark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave mercury dental fillings (amalgam)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoke or live with a smoker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive near industrial areas, older properties, or areas with known contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork in mining, construction, manufacturing, agriculture, or other high-exposure industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience unexplained fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, or neurological symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre pregnant or assessing risk for a young child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to understand their mineral status and nutritional gaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave thyroid-related health concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivered directly to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your samples at home\u003c\/strong\u003e — a simple finger-prick for the blood spot and a brief urine collection; no clinic or GP visit required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost your samples\u003c\/strong\u003e to the laboratory using the instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your results by email\u003c\/strong\u003e within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e of the lab receiving your samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive With Your Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 14 markers displayed in clear \u003cstrong\u003egraphics and easy-to-read values\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA written interpretation by a \u003cstrong\u003eHormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and \u003cstrong\u003erecommended next steps\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — \u003cstrong\u003eno hidden charges\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/comprehensive-toxic-essential-elements-sample-report-921.pdf?v=1680273620\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView a Sample Test Result Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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