Protean PFAS and Toxin Testing
Monitor your exposure to PFAS and other environmental toxins conveniently, reliably, and quickly.
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PFAS exposure is a huge and growing issue, especially if you live in areas with high levels of environmental pollution or work in certain occupations. Our home PFAS test lets you monitor and measure your PFAS levels conveniently, reliably, and quickly.
PFAS (per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) are a large family of man-made “forever chemicals”. They are used in food packaging, nonstick cookware, clothing, and much more. PFAS are found in your drinking water, the food you eat, and throughout your home.
PFAS exposure can cause serious health conditions including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and more. It has also been linked with premature birth, reproductive issues, reduced vaccine response, and behavioral problems in children.
The Protean PFAS test tells you whether you have detectable levels of specific PFAS chemicals in your blood, as well as the concentration of each detected PFAS chemical in “ng/mL” (nanograms per milliliter). Each test includes a guide with recommendations on how to reduce PFAS exposure at home and in the workplace.*
Who Is This Test Recommended For?
We are all exposed to PFAS in daily life, and testing is useful for everyone. However, there are groups who are at much higher risk of elevated PFAS levels, such as:
Firefighters & EMS Personnel
Firefighters have up to 53% more PFAS in their bodies than the general population. They are exposed via personal protective equipment, AFFF foams, and PFAS released in fires.
Active Military & Veterans
PFAS contamination is a huge problem at over 700 military sites in the US alone. Fire-fighting foam, military equipment, munitions, and contaminated water and soil at these sites expose our heroes to high levels of PFAS.
Construction Workers, Carpet Fitters & Textile Workers
The manufacture of stain or water-resistant carpets, rugs, furniture, and clothing involves high levels of PFAS at all stages of the process. Installing carpets exposes fitters to PFAS dust. PFAS are also found in roofing materials, paints, sealers, adhesives, and electrical wiring.
People who live or work near major manufacturing plants, airports, military bases, landfills, and other industrial facilities that use or release PFAS
People living in areas with known PFAS in the water supply
https://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/pfas_contamination/map/
Ordering Process:
1) Collect Samples
Receive the sample kit and collect blood samples following the instructions below.
2) Ship to Lab
Ship the sample kit to Protean’s laboratory within 24 hours of sample collection.
3) Receive Results
Receive your test results within 10-15 business days after delivery of materials.
Collecting a sample is easy.
Our home PFAS test uses a special microsampler to make collecting your blood sample as easy as possible.
Unpack the kit and prepare the sampler
Wash your hands and wipe your finger with an alcohol wipe
Prick finger with lancet and wipe away the first blood drop
Collect the blood samples as shown in the video
Order PFAS Testing
Fill out your name and email address below and someone from Protean’s support team will be in touch shortly.
*The test is intended to provide clinical information regarding the presence or absence of the specified PFAS compounds. Results should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory findings. The results of this test are not intended to be the sole basis for diagnosis or clinical decision making.
References
Fenton, Suzanne E et al. “Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance Toxicity and Human Health Review: Current State of Knowledge and Strategies for Informing Future Research.” Environmental toxicology and chemistry vol. 40,3 (2021): 606-630. doi:10.1002/etc.4890
Bline, Abigail P et al. “Public Health Risks of PFAS-Related Immunotoxicity Are Real.” Current environmental health reports vol. 11,2 (2024): 118-127. doi:10.1007/s40572-024-00441-y
Habib Z, Song M, Ikram S, Zahra Z. “Overview of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), Their Applications, Sources, and Potential Impacts on Human Health.” Pollutants. 2024; 4(1):136-152. https://doi.org/10.3390/pollutants4010009
Solan, Megan E, and Jin-Ah Park. “Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) effects on lung health: a perspective on the current literature and future recommendations.” Frontiers in toxicology vol. 6 1423449. 18 Jul. 2024, doi:10.3389/ftox.2024.1423449
