PFAS Toxicity: What You Need to Know and How WHL Can Help
Understanding the Health Risks of “Forever Chemicals”
At World Health Laboratories (WHL), we are committed to helping individuals and healthcare professionals identify and address environmental exposures that impact long-term health. Among the most concerning of these are PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as “forever chemicals.” These synthetic compounds are persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic, posing serious health risks to people of all ages.
What Are PFAS?
PFAS are a large class of man-made chemicals used in non-stick cookware, water-resistant fabrics, food packaging, firefighting foams, and industrial products. Because of their chemical stability, PFAS do not break down in the body or environment, making them a long-term threat to health.
Health Risks Linked to PFAS Exposure
Growing scientific evidence links PFAS exposure to a wide range of chronic health concerns, including:
- Hormonal imbalance and thyroid dysfunction
- Suppressed immune function
- Liver enzyme elevations and metabolic disorders
- Increased cholesterol levels
- Kidney, liver, and testicular cancers
- Developmental and cognitive issues in children
PFAS toxicity is often subclinical, meaning many people are unaware of their exposure until health issues emerge.
How Do PFAS Enter the Body?
PFAS are absorbed through:
- Contaminated drinking water
- Non-stick pans and coated food containers
- Waterproof clothing, upholstery, and carpeting
- Cosmetics and personal care products
- Air and dust from industrial areas
Due to their widespread use, almost everyone has detectable PFAS in their blood.
WHL PFAS Testing: Know Your Exposure
At World Health Laboratories, we offer a dedicated PFAS Testing Panel designed to measure blood levels of key PFAS compounds, including:
- PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic acid)
- PFOS (Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid)
- PFHxS, PFNA, and other long-chain PFAS
- This panel is ideal for individuals who:
- Live near known contaminated water sources
- Work in industries using PFAS compounds
- Experience unexplained fatigue, immune issues, or hormonal symptoms
- Want to monitor their detoxification progress
Our PFAS testing is highly sensitive, clinically validated, and includes a detailed interpretation of results with actionable next steps.
How to Reduce PFAS Exposure
While PFAS are difficult to eliminate completely, you can reduce your exposure with these steps:
- Drink filtered water (reverse osmosis or NSF-certified carbon filters)
- Avoid non-stick and water-resistant coatings
- Choose PFAS-free cookware, cosmetics, and clothing
- Limit fast food and packaged items with grease-resistant packaging
What’s Included in WHL’s PFAS Toxicity Evaluation?
- PFAS blood concentration analysis
- Optional add-on testing for assessment of liver function, oxidative stress, detox markers, thyroid, inflammation, and nutrient status
- Personalized report with interpretation and clinical recommendations
Supporting the Body’s Detox Pathways
After identifying PFAS toxicity through testing, WHL supports recovery using evidence-based, functional approaches:
- Nutritional detoxification (glutathione, NAC, fiber, and antioxidants)
- Liver and bile support (milk thistle, dandelion, binders)
- Sweat therapies (saunas to promote excretion through skin)
- Targeted micronutrient repletion (based on lab data)
- Personalized follow-up testing to monitor progress
Take Control of Your Exposure. Get Tested Today.
You can’t manage what you don’t measure. WHL’s PFAS Testing Panel empowers individuals and practitioners with critical insights into environmental toxicity and enables targeted, personalized detoxification strategies.
- Concerned about PFAS exposure?
- Order your PFAS test today
