Total:€ 189,00
LTT – Metal Profile I
€ 250,00
Tests immune system reaction to metals like mercury, nickel, and lead.
Sample collection must take place at World Health Laboratories (WHL) or be delivered with ice to the lab on the same day of collection before 2:00 PM.
Beschrijving
Includes
Beryllium, cadmium, gold, indium, nickel, palladium, inorganic mercury, lead, tin, zirconium
Lymphocyte Transformation Test (LTT)
The Lymphocyte Transformation Test (LTT) evaluates cell-mediated (Type IV) hypersensitivity reactions by measuring lymphocyte proliferation after exposure to specific substances in vitro.
Unlike IgE allergy tests, LTT detects delayed immune reactions, which are often involved in:
- chronic inflammation
- unexplained fatigue
- neurological symptoms
- implant intolerance
- dental material intolerance
- multi-chemical sensitivity
This makes LTT particularly useful in environmental medicine, dentistry, and implant compatibility assessment.
Clinical purpose
Screens for immune reactivity to common environmental and dental metals.
Why this matters
Metal hypersensitivity can contribute to:
- chronic fatigue
- joint pain
- skin reactions
- neurological symptoms
- oral and implant-related complaints
Typical exposure sources
- Dental fillings
- jewelry
- occupational exposure
- contaminated food and water
Interpretation Notes
LTT results indicate:
- degree of lymphocyte activation
- potential delayed hypersensitivity
- immune system recognition of substances
Results should be interpreted alongside:
- clinical history
- symptom patterns
- exposure history
- other immune markers
Why WHL LTT testing is valuable
- Supports complex chronic cases
- Adds objective immune data
- Guides implant and dental material selection
- Helps explain unexplained inflammatory symptoms
- Complements toxicology and mineral panels
- Sample requirement: Whole blood
Additional information
| Weight | 0,5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 16 × 2,5 cm |
| Sample Type |
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