Blog — Dried Urine Testing

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, personalized and convenient testing solutions are becoming increasingly crucial. ZRT test kits provide a simple and accessible way to collect saliva, dried blood spot, or dried urine samples in the comfort of your home. This blog will guide you through the who, when, and how of ZRT testing, offering insights into hormone, neurotransmitter, and heavy metals & essential elements testing. Who to Test: Candidates for hormone testing are individuals facing a variety of issues, ranging from hormonal imbalances to specific symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, decreased sex drive, and more. Neurotransmitter testing...

In medical diagnostics, the choice of a laboratory partner can significantly impact patient care. As healthcare professionals and individuals alike seek the most accurate and comprehensive testing services, one name stands out – ZRT Laboratory. Renowned for its unmatched expertise, commitment to advancing testing science, and utilization of state-of-the-art technology, ZRT has established itself as a leader in the field. In this blog, we delve into the distinctive features that set ZRT apart, making it the preferred choice for accurate and insightful test results. Advancing the Science of Testing: ZRT Laboratory takes pride in its commitment to advancing the science...

By Theodore Zava, ZRT Laboratory  ZRT Laboratory has been working with dried samples for over 15 years, and the number of tests we offer using dried urine and blood spot make us the world expert on dried sample validation and commercialization. ZRT Laboratory specializes in dried sample types because of their superior stability, ease of collection, simple shipment and reduced storage space. Dried urine and blood spot collection is popular with researchers and remote clients, as these sample types open the door for testing in locations that lack refrigeration and equipment necessary for liquid sample collection. In order to offer...

By Dr.Ted Zava of ZRT Laboratory. Have you ever wondered where dietary iodine comes from? Most people are familiar with iodized salt and shellfish containing high levels of iodine, but few realize a vast assortment of food and drinks contain this essential nutrient.  What Food Products Contain the Highest Levels of Iodine? It may come as a surprise that most dietary iodine comes from dairy products such as milk, cheese and yogurt. Iodine is used to prevent bacteria growth in cattle feed and it can also be used as a sanitizer when milking cows. Because cows typically graze in fields...

By Dr. Kate Placzek ZRT Laboratory Urine is rapidly becoming the preferred medium for neurotransmitter testing to ensure objective neurobiological assessment. This is because a) urine is the primary route of peripherally-produced neurotransmitter elimination; and b) it is non-invasive and cost-effective. This blog takes a look at how dried urine testing provides a superior advantage over standard liquid urine collection methods. Is a 24-hour collection necessary – or even desirable? The gold standard of neurotransmitter testing in urine involves an inconvenient and mildly embarrassing collection of liquid urine over a period of 24 hours into a jug. The awkwardness of...