MycoMetabolic Panel (OAT/Myco)

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Category:

Turnaround Time: 1 - 2 weeks
Test Type: Kit Based, Urine
Stability Time:

7 days refrigerated and 6 months frozen

Overview:

The Myco-Metabolic Panel integrates the MycoTOX Profile with the Organic Acids Test (OAT), providing synergistic insights into toxic mold exposure and its negative impacts on critical bodily functions like energy production, detoxification, and nutrients. This powerful combination equips practitioners with patient insights to develop personalized and comprehensive treatment plans for mold exposure, while directly addressing underlying health issues for improved outcomes. Why Test? Mold exposure is more common and can have significant health consequences than you may realize, but with MosaicDX?s testing, you can make informed decisions to improve your quality of life. With the Myco-Metabolic Panel, you can take control of your health, uncovering mycotoxin exposure and its negative impacts on bodily processes critical to good health. This comprehensive test combination offers clarity and valuable insights for you and your practitioner to effectively address health challenges. Evaluates the 11 most prevalent and harmful mycotoxins produced by molds. Comprehensive view of 76 key markers tied to gut health, neurotransmitters, energy production, nutritional status, detoxification capability, and beyond. Convenient, at-home sampling for everyone, without invasive procedures. Utilizes cutting-edge technology to deliver highly specific and accurate test results. What are Mycotoxins? Mycotoxins are toxic metabolites produced by certain types of molds ? microscopic filamentous fungi that are pervasive in both outdoor and indoor environments. Mycotoxins pose a serious public health threat, and can cause a number of chronic health problems, such as kidney damage, liver damage, immune suppression, and certain types of cancer. Mycotoxins have also been associated with a number of complex chronic conditions What are Organic Acids? Organic acids are products of the body?s metabolic pathways. Evaluation of these downstream metabolites from various metabolic pathways provides insight into key physiologic areas that can contribute to the development of chronic diseases and conditions: ? Gut Health ? Mitochondrial Dysfunction ? Neurotransmitter Status ? Detoxification ? Macronutrient Breakdown ? Nutritional Status

Collection Details:

Patient Preparation:

MycoTOX Profile: Avoid the following for at least three days prior to collecting:Glutathione, Bentonite Clay or similar binders, or Charcoal. OAT Profile: Wait 48 hour after completing a course of antibiotics before collection. Avoid the following foods for 48 hours prior to collecting your specimen as they may interfere with the test outcome: Apples, apple juice and products, Grapes, grape juice and products (including raisins) , Pears, pear juice and products, Cranberries, cranberry juice and products, Reishi Mushrooms, Echinacea, Arabinogalactan, or Ribose Supplements. mportant: Do not discontinue any medications or supplements without first consulting your healthcare practitioner.

Collection Instructions:

Preparing For Your Test ? Plan now to collect your sample first thing in the morning, and early in the week. For US collections, collect your ?first morning sample? on a Monday-Thursday morning. Outside the US, the sample should be collected on Monday or Tuesday to allow extra time for shipping. ? Collect your first urine specimen in the morning before eating or drinking. This is the most concentrated collection. ? Avoid contamination of samples with blood or while menstruating as this may interfere with test results. Wait until the following week. ? Place the Collection Cup and these instructions in the bathroom where you plan to collect the samples in the morning. Set the rest of the contents aside. ? Place the ice pack flat in your freezer, so it will be ready to ship with your specimen. ? Pediatric collection bags are available upon request for children not potty trained to aid with collection. Collection Day Instructions: ?Look at the volume markings on the side of the collection cup. You will need a minimum of 10 mL for each test on the order. ?Verify how many tests have been ordered, so you know how much sample to collect. ?Collect your first morning urine sample in the provided collection cup. DO NOT eat or drink prior to collecting your sample. Please collect at least the minimum amount of urine required for the number. of tests on your order. Collecting more than the minimum is recommended, but not required. Pour off anything above 50 mL indicator line to prevent leaking once frozen. ?Locate and complete the barcode sheet in your test kit. Place one barcode sticker on each collection sample. Be sure that the information is legible and includes the collection date, time, and that the name matches what was provided on the test order. After You Collect: ? Fill any other vials that have been included for other urine tests. Follow the instructions in those test kits for collections.? Place the lid on the collection cup and seal tightly. ? Ensure each sample has the completed barcode sticker. ? Place the collection cup in your freezer for at least four hours or until frozen (30 days maximum). Check the box on the barcode label to indicate that the sample has been frozen. ? Ensure all samples are labeled. Unlabeled samples will be rejected. Packaging the shipment: ?Retrieve the packaging material you set aside. Locate the clear biohazard zip-lock bag, silver thermo bag, and absorbent packing sheet. ?Remove the frozen collection cup, frozen ice pack, and any vials for other urine tests from the freezer and check caps for tightness. ?Place all frozen specimens and absorbent packing sheet in the biohazard zip-lock bag and seal. ?Place the sealed biohazard zip-lock bag into the silver thermo bag along with the frozen ice pack. ?Place the filled silver thermo bag into the box. If using the Test Requisition Form, also place in box. Close the lid. Locate the shipping instruction card included in your test kit for details on how to ship your collection(s)