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Oligoscan

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Why use this test?

The oligoscan test checks the cellular level to give immediate information possible on a patient’s health. It is faster and as accurate as assessing urine or blood samples. Moreover the deficiency is first seen in the cells.

How does it work

The test measures: Mineral deficiencies (due to diet and food choices), Accumulation of heavy metals in the body, and Anti-oxidant levels

The most common use of this data is to look at what supplements would benefit the patient in order to boost their health, vitality and immunity.

Where the test identifies concerns about heavy metal toxicity or anti-oxidant levels, this can be very helpful in understanding symptoms that a patient might have been experiencing, such as tiredness, insomnia or stress.

Who can benefit

Firstly, OligoScan can help us to identify supplement and detoxification requirements.

Nutrient deficiencies or accumulation of heavy metals in the blood can have a surprising range of health consequences. This means that OligoScan can be very helpful in patients suffering from common complaints such as:

Acne, sensitive skin, problem skin
Allergies/sensitivities
Trouble sleeping
Weight gain
Feeling under the weather
Low immunity
Low mood

How it can help

Understanding OligoScan advanced health test results allows the doctor unusual visibility of what could be influencing a person’s health and enables them to prescribe the appropriate treatment, supplement or lifestyle changes.

It is highly recommended to carry out OligoScan spectrophotometry testing in advance of any IV Infusion treatments (minerals or nutrients administered through an intravenous drip) – a treatment which is increasingly popular .