Heavy metal testing in San Diego
Blood, urine or hair testing for metals such as lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium and aluminum, so any detox plan is based on data and done safely.
What this test measures
- Toxic metals: lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, aluminum and more
- Essential minerals, in hair panels (39 elements)
Who it can help
- Cognitive, autoimmune or chronic fatigue concerns
- Occupational or environmental exposure
- You want to know your stored toxic load
From first visit to a plan you can follow
- Integrative PhysicalYour doctor reviews your history and goals and decides whether this test, or a different one, will answer your questions.
- Blood, urine or hairBlood shows recent exposure; urine and hair help show longer-term burden.
- Results and your planYour doctor walks you through every result in a lab interpretation session and builds it into your personal Holistic Health Plan, with check-ins to track progress.
Before you test
- Sample type depends on whether exposure is recent or long-term
- Chelation is only done under trained supervision
- Not a diagnosis on its own
FAQs
Is hair testing accurate?
Hair is a screening tool for long-term patterns. Your doctor may pair it with blood or urine testing.
Do I need to be a member?
No. You can always book à la carte. Membership unlocks preferred pricing, member-only offers and events, and other perks.
Can I use my HSA, FSA or LSA?
Yes. HSA, FSA and LSA dollars are welcome for eligible care. Saffron & Sage is direct pay and does not bill insurance.
Find out what is really going on, then get a plan for it.
Testing is ordered by our licensed medical team after your Integrative Physical. A detailed overview of testing and pricing is given at your consultation.
This page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Testing is ordered when clinically appropriate. Medical services are provided by Kasawa Medical APC, dba Saffron & Sage MD.