Environmental Mold and Mycotoxin Assessment

The EMMA test uses sensitive molecular detection technology to look for the presence 16 mycotoxins including black mold. It determines their presence and relative abundance within your work/living space. 

Price: $799 (includes Consult)

Results: 7-10 Business Days
Sample Type: Filter, swab, gauze, drywall, loose dust, etc.

FAQs

No. This is a cash discount and includes a consultation with Dr Hagmeyer.

This test requires a blood draw. Once the test is purchased, a kit will be sent to you along with instructions and an activation code. Once your test is activated, you will be directed to a local blood draw center to have your blood draw. Specific instructions will be emailed to you regarding fasting or non fasting and if you need to stop any supplements.

Web results are posted within 7-14 business days. Our office will notify you when test results have been reported.

You will be emailed a confirmation from the lab. Within 3-5 business days, you will receive a test kit that you will take to the lab with you. 

Yes. Dr Hagmeyer will review the test result with you. Each test comes with a post-test review/explanation.

One we have placed the order for the test we are unable to issue a refund.

How Do I know If Need this test? Blood tests are commonly used to evaluate a wide range of symptoms and health conditions. Here are some symptoms and situations where someone might seek blood testing:

1. Fatigue or Weakness:
Persistent fatigue or weakness can indicate anemia, thyroid dysfunction, or other underlying conditions.

2. Unexplained Weight Changes:
Sudden weight loss or gain may necessitate blood tests to assess thyroid function, hormone levels, or metabolic conditions.

3. Fever or Infection:
A fever, especially if persistent, may lead to blood tests to identify infections, such as a complete blood count (CBC) to check for signs of infection or inflammation.

4. Joint Pain or Swelling:
Symptoms of arthritis or autoimmune diseases may prompt tests for inflammatory markers or specific autoantibodies.

5. Digestive Issues:
Symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, bloating, or abdominal pain may require tests to assess liver function, pancreatic function, or to check for infections.

6. Skin Changes:
Unexplained rashes, discolorations, or persistent itching may lead to tests for allergies or autoimmune conditions.

7. Mood Changes:
Symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders may prompt tests for thyroid function, vitamin D levels, or other hormonal assessments.

8. Menstrual Irregularities:
Irregular or heavy menstrual periods may lead to blood tests to evaluate hormone levels or assess for conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

9. Chest Pain or Shortness of Breath:
These symptoms may require tests to assess heart function or oxygen levels, including tests for cardiac biomarkers.

10. High Blood Pressure:
Individuals with hypertension may undergo blood tests to assess kidney function, electrolyte balance, and to rule out underlying causes.

11. Chronic Conditions:
Patients with chronic diseases (like diabetes or chronic kidney disease) often have routine blood tests to monitor their condition and manage treatment.

12. Allergies:
Symptoms such as hives or respiratory issues may lead to blood tests for specific allergies.

13. Nutritional Deficiencies:
Symptoms like hair loss, brittle nails, or cognitive changes may prompt testing for vitamin and mineral deficiencies (e.g., vitamin B12, iron, folate).

14. Liver or Kidney Issues:
Symptoms such as jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), dark urine, or swelling in the legs may require liver or kidney function tests.

Order Your Personalized Environmental Mold and Mycotoxin Assessment Test Profile which includes:

  • Comprehensive (EMMA) Environmental Mold and Mycotoxin Assessment Test.
  • One on one consult with Dr. Hagmeyer to Review Your Test Results 

Are Mold Toxins Making You Sick

Environmental Mold and Mycotoxin Assessment

Background:

Mold in a house isn’t just a problem for people with allergies or asthma. Water leaks in homes provide an ideal environment for mold growth.

There are many mold species, black mold or Stachybotrys Chatarum is more dangerous than the most common indoor molds such as Aspergillus and Penicillium.

Mold exposure can cause immunosuppression and upper respiratory infections. Long term exposure to mold can cause acute to chronic illnesses.

EMMA Test Description:

At home Environmental Mycotoxin Test identifies 16 common and most toxic mycotoxins, including 9 Macrocyclic Trichothecenes produced by the “Black Mold”, Stachybotrys.

References:

– The Biocontaminants and Complexity of Damp Indoor Spaces: More than What Meets the Eyes (Authors: Thrasher JD and Crawley S). Toxicology and Industrial Health. 2009.
-Mycotoxin Detection in Human Samples from Patients Exposed to Environmental Molds. Hooper, D.G., Bolton, V.E., Guilford, F.T. and D.C. Straus. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2009, 10, 1465-1475
-Indoor Environmental quality – Dampness and mold in the buildings https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/indoore nv/mold.html.

 

How Do I test For Mycotoxins in my Environment?

The Environmental Mold and Mycotoxin Assessment, or EMMA, is a highly sensitive test developed by RealTime Laboratories in 2019.

RTL conducted intense research to find the 10 most toxigenic molds associated with the 16 mycotoxins they were already testing for.

Testing couldn’t be easier, only requiring a small cut out of an HVAC filter or a swab of dust from an area you can see or suspect mold to be present in.

The kit is packaged with two sterile swabs and a sterile piece of gauze to help collect a sample.

Mycotoxin Groups EMMA Tests for

  • Ochratoxin
  • Aflatoxin Group
  • Trichothecene Group
  • Gliotoxi
  • Zearalenone

Molds EMMA Tests For

  • Aspergillus fumigatus
  • Aspergillus ochraceus
  • Aspergillus ochraceus
  • Aspergillus ochraceus
  • Aspergillus terreus
  • Aspergillus niger
  • Penicillium brevicompactum
  • Aspergillus versicolor
  • Candida auris
  • Chaetomium globosum
  • Fusarium solani
  • Stachybotrys chartarum
  • Penicillium chrysogenum
  • Alternaria alternata
  • Aspergillus penicillioides
  • allemia sebi