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Since increased intestinal permeability often accompanies and
enables chemical immune reactivity, Array 2 can identify whether
this critical barrier dysfunction is present [51].
Array 5: Multiple Autoimmune Reactivity Screen
For patients with chemical immune reactivity, Array 5 can
determine whether this has progressed to autoimmune targeting
of specific tissues [52].
Array 10: Multiple Food Immune Reactivity Screen
Food immune reactivity often co-occurs with chemical sensitivity
due to shared mechanisms of barrier dysfunction and immune
dysregulation [53].
Array 20: Blood-Brain Barrier Permeability Screen
For patients with neurological symptoms, Array 20 can determine
whether chemical exposures have compromised blood-brain
barrier integrity [54].
Additional Functional Assessments
Other testing modalities that can complement Array 11 include:
Conventional Chemical Testing
Direct measurement of chemicals in blood, urine, hair, or adipose
tissue can help identify current exposure sources [55].
Genetic Testing
Evaluating detoxification gene variants (e.g., GSTM1, GSTP1,
MTHFR) can identify individuals with inherently limited
detoxification capacity [56].
Oxidative Stress Markers
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