A dentist in Central Hong Kong explains the Mercury Tri-Test process
If you suspect that you have mercury toxicity in your body, the Mercury Tri-Test® is a clinical test that can be used to measure the levels of both methyl mercury and inorganic mercury in the body. Dr. Titania Tong is a holistic dentist in Central Hong Kong that offers the Mercury Tri-Test and practices mercury-safe dentistry. Below, she explains mercury and the Mercury Tri-Test process in more detail.
Mercury explained
Mercury is a naturally occurring heavy metal that has been declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be toxic, particularly when a person is chronically exposed to it. The WHO states that mercury may have harmful effects on various organs and systems in the body, including the immune system, lungs, digestive system, nervous system, skin, kidneys, and eyes. While the most common sources of mercury exposure are through consumption of fish and inhalation during industrial processes, a person may be exposed through other ways such as mercury amalgam fillings.
The Mercury Tri-Test process
While there are several different ways to test for mercury exposure, the Mercury Tri-Test is unique. It uses mercury speciation analysis to separate and measure methyl mercury and inorganic mercury directly without a challenge test. It also gives you information on your body’s ability to excrete each type of mercury, helping you and your care provider create a personalized mercury detoxification program. The Mercury Tri-Test process is simple:
- Blood, hair, and urine samples are taken
- The samples are sent to the Quicksilver laboratory in the United States
- Your results are returned within approximately three weeks
In addition to testing for mercury, the Mercury Tri-Test also provides information on other metals that are in your system, such as calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, lead, and more. The body needs some metals to function correctly, but sometimes these metals can become out of balance or pair up to become toxic. With the help of a qualified dental or health professional, you can learn more about the levels of metals in your system and how to detoxify your body safely.
