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Organic Solvent Exposure Panel – Blood

€ 249,00

A broad blood‐based toxicology panel that quantifies exposure to both halogenated and non-halogenated hydrocarbons, common industrial and environmental organic solvents. This panel helps identify solvent exposure that may contribute to neurological, hepatic, or systemic symptoms and is especially relevant for occupational health, chemical exposure evaluation, and environmental toxicology.

Your test at a glance

Sample
Blood
Results from receipt
Usually 3–10 days
Fasting
Check your WHL instructions before collection

Timing starts when suitable samples arrive at the laboratory. Shipping time is additional. Combined panels may take longer.

WHL will send the full test instructions with your kit or appointment confirmation. Follow these before collecting.

Preparation and important notes

One charge per request. Processing and handling is charged once for the complete request, not for each test or panel. Collection and delivery charges are shown separately at checkout.

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Description

Biomarkers included

Halogenated hydrocarbons

These are solvents containing chlorine that are widely used in industry and can be toxic to the central nervous system, liver, and kidneys. Many are volatile and can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

  • Chloroform
  • cis-1,2-Dichloroethene
  • Dichloromethane
  • Tetrachloroethene (Perchloroethylene)
  • Tetrachloromethane (Carbon tetrachloride)
  • 1,1,1-Trichloroethane
  • Trichloroethene (Trichloroethylene)

Why they matter clinically:
Halogenated hydrocarbons are associated with:

  • CNS depression and neurotoxicity
  • Liver injury (hepatoxic stress and CYP metabolism burden)
  • Potential carcinogenicity (some are classified as probable human carcinogens)
  • Occupational exposure risk (dry cleaning, degreasing, manufacturing)

Where they’re found:
Dry cleaning facilities, degreasing agents, chemical manufacturing, solvents in coatings and adhesives, contaminated indoor air in industrial settings.

Non-halogenated hydrocarbons

These solvents are widely used in both industrial and consumer products. Many are metabolised to acids or ketones and excreted in urine; blood levels reflect recent or ongoing exposure.

  • 1-Butanol
  • 1-Propanol
  • 2-Butanol
  • 2-Propanol (Isopropanol)
  • Acetone, total
  • Benzene
  • Ethanol
  • Ethylbenzene
  • Isobutanol
  • Methanol
  • Methyl i-Butylketone
  • Toluene
  • Xylene

Why they matter clinically:
Non-halogenated hydrocarbons are associated with:

  • Neurological symptoms (headache, dizziness, cognitive fog)
  • Respiratory irritation
  • Metabolic strain on detoxification pathways
  • Occupational asthma and solvent-induced encephalopathy

Where they’re found:
Paints, coatings, cleaning agents, fuels and petrol vapour, printing industries, adhesives, household solvents, traffic exhaust.

Sample & methodology

  • Sample: Venous blood (serum; specialized tubes may be required)

  • Method: Gas Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS or GC-MS/MS)

  • Turnaround time: ~10–15 working days

  • Reporting: Quantitative concentrations with reference ranges and clinical interpretation notes

Clinical interpretation note

This panel reflects recent and sub-acute exposure, as many organic solvents are metabolised quickly but leave measurable signatures in blood. Results should be interpreted alongside:

  • Occupational and environmental exposure history
  • Symptoms (neurological, hepatic, respiratory)
  • Other toxicology or metabolic panels
  • More Details: Read Wellness Guide

Suitable for postal submission.

Additional information

Weight0,5 kg
Dimensions16 × 2,5 cm
Sample Type

Preparing for this test

WHL will send detailed collection, storage and return instructions with your test kit or appointment confirmation. Those test-specific instructions take priority.

Sample: Blood

Fasting: Check your WHL instructions before collection

Do not stop prescribed medicines or prescribed supplements without advice from your treating clinician. Tell WHL about high-dose biotin; some tests need a longer pause. A short supplement pause does not remove all effects of long-term use.

If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow the combined instructions. Ask your clinician or WHL before fasting if you have diabetes, use glucose-lowering medicine, are pregnant, or are arranging testing for a child.

When to expect your results

Usually 3–10 days. This estimate starts when suitable samples reach the laboratory, not on the order or collection date. Shipping is additional. WHL will confirm any test-specific exception; a combined panel follows its slowest component.

Read WHL’s general preparation and reporting guidance

Practical preparation tips

If fasting is requested, drink only plain water in your usual amounts. Do not have coffee, tea, juice, milk, energy drinks, sweets or chewing gum. Avoid smoking or vaping that morning. Book an early appointment and eat after collection.

For a planned blood test, avoid alcohol and unusually strenuous exercise for 24 hours, where practical, and sit quietly for about 15 minutes before collection. Tell WHL if you could not follow the preparation instructions.

Do not extend fasting or change prescribed medication on your own. Ask your clinician first if you have diabetes, need medicine with food, are pregnant, or are arranging testing for a child. WHL’s full test-specific instructions take priority.

Sources for this general preparation guidance

Other laboratories’ methods and preparation rules can differ. These sources support the general advice; WHL confirms the instructions for the method used for your test.

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