Which 44 elements does the OligoScan measure?
The report organizes the 44 elements into three groups. The value is not one isolated result; it is the relationship between the groups and the context around the person being tested.
Minerals
21 measuredCalcium, magnesium, phosphorus, silicon, sodium, potassium, copper, zinc, iron, manganese, chromium, vanadium, boron, cobalt, molybdenum, iodine, lithium, germanium, selenium, sulfur, and fluorine.
Vitamins
7 measuredVitamin A, B6, B9, B12, C, D, and E are read alongside the mineral relationships they depend on.
How does the OligoScan actually work?
The device uses spectrophotometry: it reads how much light tissue absorbs and reflects at specific wavelengths. Those light signatures are used to report elements within the intracellular and interstitial compartments.
Why is the palm of the hand used?
Palm skin offers comparatively consistent pigmentation, reducing the effect of melanin on the light reading. The non-dominant hand is used for the standardized measurement process described in the blueprint.
Why does the OligoScan require your blood type?
Blood type is one of the inputs used to establish a personalised comparison range, alongside age, sex, height, and weight. The blueprint makes clear that information should be confirmed before testing begins.
What part of the body is actually being measured?
The OligoScan is designed to read tissue compartments rather than what happens to be circulating in blood at a single moment. That distinction is why the conversation is about patterns and context, not a diagnosis from one number.
Is the OligoScan accurate and repeatable?
Each scan uses four separate measurements from the non-dominant palm. At least three of the four must agree within 95 percent before the software generates a report. Repeat scans can show useful trends, while values near thresholds may vary slightly.
How is the OligoScan different from blood, urine, hair, or stool testing?
| Test | What it can help describe | Important limit |
|---|---|---|
| Blood | What is circulating now | Homeostasis can keep blood values steady while tissue patterns differ. |
| OligoScan | Intracellular and interstitial tissue patterns | Not a diagnostic test or replacement for medical care. |
| Hair, urine, stool | Different exposure or elimination contexts | Each needs its own collection and interpretation context. |
How were the reference ranges established?
The blueprint explains that ranges are derived from a large reference population and adjusted using personal variables. A range does not create a diagnosis; it helps structure a conversation about whether a pattern deserves more context.
What the OligoScan cannot tell you
It cannot diagnose disease, identify the source of a metal exposure, replace conventional labs, or prescribe a protocol. The useful role of the scan is to make the next question more specific.
- It is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment.
- It does not determine whether a symptom has one specific cause.
- It should not be used alone to make consequential health decisions.
What should you expect at a scan?
The measurement itself is brief and non-invasive. The meaningful part is the review: looking at the report alongside training, sleep, nutrition, symptoms, goals, and the questions that follow.