Mycotoxin Testing, Test For Aflatoxin, Ochratoxin, and Tricothecene

Mycotoxins and Mycotoxin Testing in the Human  Body

Mycotoxins are toxins produced by mold/fungi. They are called secondary metabolites, as they are not a living organisms, but poisons with various properties. The sole purpose of a mycotoxin is to destroy other cells, disrupt their metabolic properties, destroy their DNA, and eventually kill them off.

Once exposed to mycotoxins they may stay in the human body for years. There are three basic types of mycotoxins:

1. Aflatoxin

2. Ochratoxin

3. Tricothecenes


Of the three groups Tricothecenes are the most toxic and may cause oxidative stress.Tricothecenes are produced by many common species of mold/fungi such as Aspergillus sp. Penicillium sp. Fursarium sp. Stachybotrys sp. etc...Mycotoxins can be inhaled or ingested.

Tricothecenes can produce multiple symptoms in the human body such as:


Vomiting

Diarrhea

Inflammation

Skin rash

Drop in white blood cell count

Conact dermatitis

Degeneration of lungs

Miscarriage

Cellular damage to bone, spleen, intestines, thymus

Cause weight loss or weight gain

Memory loss

And many other symptoms


If you feel you have been exposed to a mold contaminated environment and

have been removed from the environment and are still not getting well, there is a high probability you have mycotoxin poisoning.

See your attending physician for diagnosis and treatment for any medical condition.

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Blood Test For Mold

Testing for Mold in the Human Body, Blood Tests for mold.

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Airborne Mold – Toxins in the Air We Breathe

When it comes to allergy triggers, airborne mold is oftentimes one of the biggest problems. While most types of molds aren’t fatal to humans, black mold in particular is infamous for being deadly to both humans and pets if left untreated. The trouble with airborne mold is that you can’t see it with the naked eye, which means that oftentimes you don’t discover its source until it’s already spread considerably. Here area few ways you can prevent and treat airborne mold.

One of the best ways to get rid of airborne mold is to prevent it from occurring at all. You can do this by vacuuming regularly, cleaning up spills as soon as you see them, and storing soft materials such as blankets, clothes, and stuffed animals in plastic bags to prevent moisture from reaching them. Dehumidifiers also work wonders for lowering your chances of mold growth.

One of the most common sources of airborne mold is via your air vents. What many homeowners don’t realize is that these vents accumulate a staggering amount of dust and mold spores. This means that every time they turn on, more mold is distributed throughout your home. You can prevent this from happening by having your vents cleaned as needed as needed and having them tested regularly. Many specialists are able to spray the newly cleaned vents with a special solution that helps enormously in preventing spore growth for much longer.

What about testing for airborne mold? There is something of a debate regarding whether or not one should choose home testing kits or just hire the professionals. Home testing kits are great if you simply want to test for how much mold is in your home, but their options tend to be limited and there’s no guarantee of an accurate reading. Professional mold testing companies, however, can not only test your home for airborne mold, but they can identify the exact species. This helps enormously in figuring out a way to isolate and remove the source of the mold.

Learn more today about how you can prevent airborne mold in your home. You would be surprised at just how much mold exists in one household. You can go for years without even knowing it exists. However, along with being sanitary, it can also do wonders for improving your health and the health of those around you. Act now and take charge of your health!

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