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not everyone exposed to chemicals will develop immune
reactivity or subsequent health problems [5]. This diagnostic gap
has led to the development of more comprehensive testing
approaches, represented by Cyrex Array 11.
What is Array 11?
The Array 11 Chemical Immune Reactivity Screen™ from Cyrex
Laboratories is a specialized immune assessment that detects
antibody reactions against chemical-bound proteins [6]. Unlike
conventional toxicology testing that simply measures chemical
levels, Array 11 evaluates whether the immune system has
become reactive to chemical-modified proteins4a crucial
mechanism in environmentally triggered illness [7].
This panel measures both IgG and IgA antibodies against various
chemical-protein complexes, providing insight into both systemic
and mucosal immune reactions to environmental toxicants [8]. By
identifying these immune responses, Array 11 helps uncover
hidden environmental triggers that may be driving chronic
inflammation, autoimmunity, and unexplained symptoms that
have resisted conventional diagnosis and treatment [9].
What Array 11 Evaluates
Array 11 measures antibodies (IgG and IgA) against the following
chemical-protein complexes:
Industrial Chemicals
Formaldehyde
A common preservative and industrial chemical found in building
materials, household products, and some vaccines
Toluene
A solvent used in paints, paint thinners, fingernail polish, lacquers,
and adhesives
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