My llmd's office asks me to forward any "creditable" articles about this test so that she could look at and authorize the test. Anyone can guide me to some articles?
I did check LabCorp website but found no particular info. on this test.
I also searched internet for Dr. K and this test and it dod not come up with any particular info. either.
Thanks.
Posted by SForsgren (Member # 7686) on :
Test doesn't sound familiar. What test are you referring to?
Posted by wtl (Member # 19883) on :
I can't find the thread now that states this test through LabCorp called 5-part HLA inherited gene maker test (test 012542) that could determine one's unique genetic ability to remove Lymne specific biotoxins.
And that thread seems to show some responses from people here saying they too had done the test.
I wish I could find the thread again...
Posted by wtl (Member # 19883) on :
I do find one article now about this topic but not sure how creditable the writter is. I don't want to embarrass myself with soem "speculation".
As far as I know, there is no irrefutable proof that the HLA test can be applied in this way but I have found that my results match with what appear to be my problems (mold toxins, borrelia toxins and spider bite toxins).
My LLMD told me that there is on-going work to prove the theory.
Terry
Posted by djf2005 (Member # 11449) on :
HLA DR4 is the marker test you are referring to.
There are others.
Read Mole Warriors.
Posted by wtl (Member # 19883) on :
Thank you for the recommendation of the book. Mold is one thing we are asked to address during our last llmd visit.
Can I start by calling a company to test for mold, or it needs to a Lyme specific mold service I should call?
Posted by TerryK (Member # 8552) on :
Do you suspect that you have mold in your home?
Your doctor should know of a good lab in your area who will test samples for mold spores. The site that I gave you should lead you to some info about mold testing.
You can do a general inspection of your home first looking for visible mold although it's possible to have mold that is hidden behind walls etc..
Check around windows, in basements, bathrooms, attics, kitchen (under sink, in drain etc.). Check anywhere that there is moisture in your home. If you find it, don't disturb it except to get samples once you have the material that you need to get the samples.
Do a search in the archives here for some good threads on mold. There are lots of resources in those threads.
Terry I'm not a doctor
Posted by wtl (Member # 19883) on :
Thank you, Terry.
I haven't noticed any mold in the house, but the llmd thinks, since we live ina house that's originally built in the 20s, it most likely will have mold. Though I have renovated and keep it as clean and dry as possible, they think it's never hurt to be sure.
I would hate to find out that there is mold and we will have to move to a suburb for a newer home. I don't think I can survive in one of those faceless neighborhoods.
Posted by TerryK (Member # 8552) on :
I love the older homes too.
Mold can be a problem in new homes as well. Poor construction is one reason but any house can have a mold problem if there is water intrusion or high moisture.
There are ways to get rid of the mold and keep it down. The mold threads that you can find here in the archives will help point the way.
Diffusing with theives oil is very helpful for getting rid of mold spores but if one has a mold problem there are procudures to be followed for safety and to really get rid of the mold and risk of future mold.
In a nutshell, get rid of the problem (leak or whatever is causing the problem). Replace any moldy building materials. Be sure it is done safely. Kill mold on non-porous surfaces. Get rid of the mycotoxins in the air and on surfaces with thieves oil or possibly a shock ozone machine or perhaps some other method that I'm not aware of.
Get a hygrometer to check the humidity level of your home. I'm looking into ways to keep the humidity down in my house that don't cost an arm and a leg.
Most important in all of this is to make sure that if you need mold remediation, it is done safely. The industry is not well regulated and there are unethical people so you must do adequate research before embarking on what could be an expensive mold remediation program.
Terry I'm not a doctor
Posted by wtl (Member # 19883) on :
Thank you again for the heads up. It's encouraging but sound expensive if there are a lot of materials to replace. Hope not.
I will keep you posted.
Posted by cantgiveupyet (Member # 8165) on :
Does anyone know if the HLA DR4 is a separate test or is it part of the HLA panel?
Posted by TerryK (Member # 8552) on :
cantgiveupyet - HLA DR4 is a different test.
http://www.personalconsult.com/articles/aggressivelymetxfailure.html "The introductory article is only meant to show you sample ways Lyme biotoxins can harm the human body. Do you wonder how effective your body is at removing Lyme biotoxins? You can easily determine your unique genetic ability to remove Lyme's specific biotoxins by ordering a special 5-part HLA inherited gene marker test from LabCorp (test 012542), which is one of the largest labs in the United States."
"This HLA test is not the HLA-DR4 test that is involved in aggressive Lyme arthritis. It is also not the HLA-B27 that is found in people with ankylosing spondylosis, various types of arthritis, and some people suffering from psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease or other autoimmune disorders."