Questions about Heavy Metal Testing

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Hello,

I have MS and want to have my heavy metals and minerals tested. I don't

have health insurance, so I am going to order the test through Direct

Lab Services, who will order the DDI tests for a patient. Two questions

that I have are below. If anyone knows the answer or has an opinion, I

would appreciate it:

1) In regard to the DDI Urine Toxic Metals and Essential Elements Test,

does anyone know if I am supposed to take a chelating agent before

taking the urine sample. I asked Direct Lab Services that, and the

woman who I spoke to said she didn't think so, but I know in the past

people have told me that the patient is expected to take a chelator

before collecting their urine.

2) I am trying to decide whether to order the urine test, the hair

test, or both. Money is an issue, but I also want to get the most

comprehensive results. (I am familiar with the counting rules for

hair.) Does anyone have an opinion on whether it might be best to do

both tests (urine and hair) or is one better or just as good as the

other.

Thanks very much for any answers you may be able to provide.