Wildfire Exposure Testing
At-Home Testing Now Available.
Recent wildfires have left many areas concerned about their potential exposure to harmful chemicals. Firefighting efforts often involve the use of fire retardants, which can contain heavy metals such as aluminum, arsenic, and copper. Additionally, wildfires can release toxic substances into the air, soil, and water, leading to potential long-term health effects.
Pacific Toxicology Laboratories is now offering convenient at-home testing options to assess your exposure to these harmful substances. With a simple urine test, we can help you determine if you’ve been exposed to heavy metals linked to fire retardants or environmental contamination caused by wildfires.
Who Should Get Tested?
What do We Test?
Our comprehensive test includes but is not limited to:
Vanadium
Naturally found in soil and fossil fuels, vanadium can be released into the air during wildfires. Chronic exposure may cause respiratory issues and lung irritation.
Chromium
Used in industrial processes and found in some fire-resistant coatings, chromium exposure can lead to skin irritation and, in certain forms, increased cancer risk.
Manganese
Present in soil and airborne particles from combustion, manganese exposure at high levels can affect the nervous system, leading to cognitive and motor impairments.
Copper
Often used in fire retardants and found in burned infrastructure, excessive copper exposure can cause gastrointestinal issues and liver damage over time.
Arsenic
Released from burning treated wood and found in some fire suppressants, arsenic exposure is linked to skin conditions, organ toxicity, and increased cancer risk.
Cadmium
A byproduct of burning plastics and batteries, cadmium exposure can lead to lung damage, kidney disease, and weakened bones.
Antimony
Commonly found in fire retardants and flame-resistant materials, prolonged antimony exposure may cause respiratory irritation and cardiovascular issues.
Thallium
Released from burning electronics and industrial waste, thallium exposure can affect the nervous system, leading to tremors, weakness, and hair loss.
Lead
Found in older structures, lead can become airborne in wildfires and settle in soil and water, posing risks of neurological damage, especially in children.
Convenient Testing Options
At-Home Testing
Easy, Discreet Testing
$159
- Kit is shipped directly to your home.
- Follow the instructions to collect a urine sample.
- Return the sample using the prepaid FedEx shipping label.
- Receive your results in an encrypted email.
Delivering Accurate Results
With Knowledge and Expertise
PacTox provides exceptional and reliable testing solutions tailored to your business.
Our cutting-edge and versatile clinical laboratory caters to a wide range of businesses, including rehabilitation facilities, clinics, recovery centers, nursing homes, and other industries with unique clinical testing needs. Pactox provides exceptional and reliable testing solutions tailored to your business.
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