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Your OligoScan report lists 20+ minerals, vitamins, heavy metals, and ratios. This library explains each one — what it does, what your result means, and what to do about it.
Minerals
Essential minerals your body needs for energy, sleep, immunity, and hormonal balance.
Supports bone density and hormone balance — a trace mineral that often gets overlooked.
The body's most abundant mineral. Builds bone, regulates muscle, and signals between cells.
Helps insulin do its job. Plays a quiet role in blood sugar and energy metabolism.
The metal at the center of vitamin B12. Small amounts, big role in nerve and blood health.
Works hand-in-hand with iron. Involved in connective tissue, immunity, and energy production.
A trace mineral studied for its role in oxygen utilization and immune support.
Essential for thyroid function and metabolism. Levels can vary widely depending on diet.
Carries oxygen through your blood. Both too little and too much affect how you feel.
A trace mineral with a quiet role in mood, brain health, and cellular function.
Involved in 300+ reactions, from sleep to muscle relaxation. One of the most studied minerals.
Activates enzymes for bone formation, antioxidant defense, and metabolism of carbs and fats.
A cofactor your liver uses to break down sulfites and certain amino acids.
Pairs with calcium to build bone and teeth. Also fuels every cell's energy currency.
Balances sodium, supports heart rhythm, and helps muscles contract properly.
A powerful antioxidant trace mineral. Supports thyroid function and immune health.
Connective tissue's quiet contributor — supports skin, hair, nails, and bone matrix.
Regulates fluid balance and nerve signals. Most discussions focus on excess, but balance matters.
A trace mineral chemically similar to calcium. Studied for its role in bone density.
Found in every cell. Builds proteins, supports detox pathways, and produces antioxidants.
Supports immune function, wound healing, taste, and hormone production.
Vitamins
These include fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins tracked via OligoScan tissue analysis.
Supports vision, skin, and immune function. Found in animal foods and as plant-based carotenoids.
Helps your cells turn carbohydrates into energy. Important for nerves and heart function.
Powers nerve health, red blood cell production, and energy. Common to monitor as we age.
An energy vitamin. Helps produce red blood cells and supports antioxidant systems.
Essential for energy production and cholesterol regulation. Found across many food groups.
A foundation for the body's energy and stress response systems.
Supports brain function, mood regulation, and over 100 enzyme reactions.
Best known for hair, skin, and nail health. Also supports fat and carbohydrate metabolism.
Essential for DNA synthesis and cell division. Especially important during pregnancy.
A water-soluble antioxidant. Supports immunity, collagen, and the absorption of iron.
Acts more like a hormone than a vitamin. Affects immunity, mood, and bone health.
A fat-soluble antioxidant. Protects cell membranes and supports skin and immune health.
The clotting vitamin. Also directs calcium to bones and away from arteries.
Heavy Metals
These are toxic metals that accumulate in tissue — sources, risks, and natural clearance strategies are covered for each.
A common heavy metal encountered through cookware, antiperspirants, and processed foods.
A heavy metal used in flame retardants and some plastics. See where your levels sit.
Found naturally in groundwater, rice, and some seafood. Levels vary by region and diet.
A heavy metal used in industry and medical imaging. Most exposure is environmental.
A rare heavy metal mostly encountered through industrial work or certain manufactured goods.
Found in some over-the-counter medications and cosmetics. Generally less toxic than other heavy metals.
Encountered through tobacco smoke, certain foods, and industrial sources.
A heavy metal still present in older paint, plumbing, and some imported goods.
A heavy metal commonly encountered through fish, dental work, and the environment. See where your levels sit.
Found in jewelry, stainless steel, and some foods. A common trigger for skin sensitivity.
A heavy metal used in catalytic converters and certain medical applications.
Found in jewelry, electronics, and some supplements. Generally less concerning than other heavy metals.
A rare but notable heavy metal. Mostly encountered through industrial or environmental sources.
A trace metal that's beneficial in tiny amounts but accumulates with industrial exposure.
Mineral Ratios
These are key mineral relationships that reveal deeper patterns standard tests often miss.
The relationship between calcium and potassium — often used as a window into thyroid activity.
Calcium and magnesium balance each other. The ratio reveals how well they're working together.
Calcium against sodium — sometimes used as an indicator of adrenal patterns.
Calcium and phosphorus form bone together. Their ratio gives clues about mineral metabolism.
High calcium relative to zinc can affect immune function and copper utilization.
Iron and copper work as a pair. The balance affects energy, oxygen transport, and connective tissue.
Magnesium and potassium together support heart rhythm and muscle relaxation.
Sodium against potassium — often used as a stress and adrenal indicator.
A stress-related ratio. Reveals how well sodium and magnesium are balancing each other.
Zinc and copper compete for absorption. The balance affects mood, immunity, and inflammation.
See exactly where you stand — in 30 minutes.
Non-invasive OligoScan measures 20+ minerals and heavy metals. Instant results. Serving Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring & DC Metro.