What is a mycotoxin test?
Mycotoxin testing detects the presence of harmful mycotoxin metabolites caused by mold or fungi in the body or home with a Urine or Environmental test.
What are the 3 types of mycotoxins?
Types of mycotoxins
- Aflatoxin. Aflatoxins are produced by molds of Aspergillus species before harvest and in storage.
- Vomitoxin. Vomitoxin is the term for deoxynivalenol (DON), a mycotoxin produced by Fusarium graminearum before harvest.
- Zearalenone.
- Fumonisin.
- Ochratoxin.
How much does a mycotoxin test cost?
The RealTime Laboratories Urine Mycotoxin Test is now available for $399 when ordered online.
How accurate are mycotoxin urine tests?
Urine mycotoxin tests are not approved by FDA for accuracy or for clinical use. CDC does not recommend biologic testing of persons who work or live in water-damaged buildings nor routine environmental sampling for mold (5,6). To identify possible mold contamination, visual inspection is the first step.
What kind of doctor do you see for mold exposure?
allergist
You should first consult a family or general health care provider who will decide whether you need referral to a specialist. Such specialists might include an allergist who treats patients with mold allergies or an infectious disease physician who treats mold infections.
How do I clear mycotoxins?
Killing Mycotoxins
- Sodium Hypochlorite has been found to kill trichothecene and other mycotoxins.
- Extreme heat (fire at 500°F for half-hour) can destroy trichothecene mycotoxins.
- Ozone can kill most mycotoxins, but the level needed is not safe for humans.
How dangerous is mycotoxin contamination in the 2021 harvest?
Results of statistical analysis reveal that many parts of Europe can expect potentially harmful levels of mycotoxin contamination in the upcoming 2021 harvest. Harvests in southern European countries have an average of 46% risk to contain more than 500 ppb fumonisins.
What is the most common mycotoxin in corn?
The most prevalent mycotoxin is still DON, followed by ZEN and FUM. DON is the main threat for livestock, with 70% of corn samples testing positive for this mycotoxin, but cereals were also affected: DON reached a maximum concentration as high as 11,875 ppb.
What is the Biomin mycotoxin survey?
The BIOMIN Mycotoxin Survey constitutes the longest running and most comprehensive data set on mycotoxin occurrence. The survey results provide insights on the incidence of the six major mycotoxins in the agricultural commodities used for livestock feed in order to identify the potential risk posed to livestock animal production.
What are the adverse health effects of mycotoxins?
Mycotoxins can cause a variety of adverse health effects and pose a serious health threat to both humans and livestock. The adverse health effects of mycotoxins range from acute poisoning to long-term effects such as immune deficiency and cancer. A scientific expert committee jointly convened by WHO and the Food and Agriculture Organization