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1 | Information about PFAS blood testing laboratories for individuals | |
2 | About this spreadsheet | |
3 | This spreadsheet is intended to provide information to individuals seeking a test to measure PFAS levels in their blood. It is not intended to replace information from a person's doctor or other medical professional. | |
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5 | For general information about ordering blood tests | |
6 | The PFAS-REACH study has developed a separate guidance document with general information about questions to ask laboratories when seeking blood tests and about what blood tests can and cannot tell you. This document is available on the PFAS Exchange (pfas-exchange.org/wp-content/uploads/PFAS-Blood-Testing-Document-May-2022.pdf). | |
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8 | Important note | |
9 | While the PFAS-REACH team strives to present up-to-date information about chemical testing laboratories, please note that laboratories may have more updated information about the types of PFAS they can measure, the sensitivity of their analyses, and cost. If you notice outdated information or know of other laboratories that offer blood testing, please contact our team at pfas-reach@silentspring.org. | |
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11 | To learn more about PFAS | |
12 | The PFAS Exchange is an online resource center with general information about PFAS, exposure reduction tips, medical screening guidance, a map with community groups and contamination sites, and a data interpretation tool to provide contact for the results of blood and water tests. | |
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14 | About PFAS-REACH | |
15 | This fact sheet is a product of the PFAS-REACH (Research, Education, and Action for Community Health) study. The study team includes Silent Spring Institute, Northeastern University, Michigan State University, Testing for Pease, Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition, and Slingshot. PFAS-REACH is funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (Grant No. R01ES028311). | |
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17 | Updated September 2024. | |