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Patients who have not fully recovered following mold exposure, as
mycotoxins can trigger similar immune dysregulation mechanisms
as industrial chemicals [25].
History of Significant Chemical Exposure
Individuals with known history of acute or chronic chemical
exposures (pesticide application, home renovation, industrial
accidents, etc.) who developed health problems temporally
related to these exposures [26].
Conditions Where Array 11 is Especially Valuable
Array 11 is particularly useful for understanding potential
environmental triggers in numerous chronic conditions:
Autoimmune Diseases
Research has established links between chemical exposures and
various autoimmune conditions [27]:
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Associated with silica, mercury, pesticides, and certain solvents
[28]
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Linked to silica, cigarette smoke, textile dust, and mineral oil
exposures [29]
Multiple Sclerosis
Associated with organic solvents, particularly in individuals with
genetic susceptibility [30]
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Linked to halogenated compounds, pesticides, and plasticizers
[31]
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