Basic Investigation parameters

We provide a comprehensive approach for evaluating and addressing potential health risks associated with building environments. We emphasize the importance of recognizing symptoms that may indicate an inflammatory response due to exposure to various toxins, inflammagens, and microbes found in buildings. This approach involves a mix of self-assessment and professional evaluation, aiming to identify and mitigate the sources of such exposure.

In this approach we assist you to follow the industry best practice regimes but have developed new protocols to supplement and exceed usual outcome.Some of this information may be surplus to your requirements especially if you can’t action them due to funding or limited medical support.

Many of our clients self-assess or obtain professionals medical & functional medicine practitioners. The following listshows typical symptoms of building occupants who might be suffering inflammatory response.Five or more are a red flag.

Symptoms Identifcation

Fatigue
Weakness
Aches
Muscle Cramps
Red Eyes
Blurred Vision
Tearing
Sinus Problems
Cough
Shortness of Breath
Unusual Pain
Ice Pick Pain

Abdominal Pain
Diarrhoea
Joint Pain
Morning Stiffness
Memory Issues
Focus/Concentration Issues
Word Recollection Issues
Decreased Learning of New Knowledge
Confusion
Disorientation
Light Sensitivity
Headache

Skin Sensitivity
Mood Swings
Appetite Swings
Sweats (especially night sweats)
Excessive Thirst
Increased Urination
Static Shocks
Numbness
Tingling
Vertigo
Metallic Taste
Tremors

♦Fatigue ♦Weakness ♦Aches ♦Muscle Cramps ♦Unusual Pain ♦Ice Pick Pain ♦Headache ♦Light Sensitivity ♦Red Eyes ♦Blurred Vision ♦Tearing ♦Sinus Problems ♦Cough ♦Shortness of Breath ♦Abdominal Pain ♦Diarrhoea ♦Joint Pain ♦Morning Stiffness ♦Memory Issues ♦Focus/Concentration Issues ♦Word Recollection Issues ♦Decreased Learning of New Knowledge ♦Confusion ♦Disorientation ♦Skin Sensitivity ♦Mood Swings ♦Appetite Swings ♦Sweats (especially night sweats) ♦Temperature Regulation or Dysregulation Problems ♦Excessive Thirst ♦Increased Urination ♦Static Shocks ♦Numbness ♦Tingling ♦Vertigo ♦Metallic Taste ♦Tremors

The following table shows typical inflammagens often found in buildings

Range of toxins, inflammagens, and microbes found in buildings


Mycotoxins5	Gram-negative bacteria11,13,14	Hemolysins7,11
Bioaerosols6	Gram-positive bacteria11,13-15	Proteinases7,11
Cell fragments7	Chitinases7,11	Actinomycetes16
Cell wall components7	Nocardia11	Siderophores7
Hyphal fragments8	Mycobacteria17	Microbial VOCs20-21
Conidia8	Protozoa18	Building material VOCs20
Beta Glucans7,9	Chlamydia18	Coarse particulates11
Mannans10,11	Mycoplasma18	Fine particulates11
Spirocyclic drimanes7	Endotoxins11,13	Ultrafine particulates24-25
Inorganic xenobiotics12	Lipopolysaccharides13	Nano-sized particulates24,25

1. Assessment Protocol:

Encourages occupants to review the duration of their symptoms in relation to their occupancy of the property.
Suggests differentiating between chronic and acute issues based on symptom onset.
Advises on comparing symptoms among different occupants.
Recommends specific tests to assess exposure levels, including blood and urine tests for mycotoxins and other relevant analyses, while advising against RAST tests which is a low cost allergy test and not a toxicology assessment .

2. Investigation and Testing:

The approach includes a preliminary review of symptoms and medical or laboratory findings.
An in-depth investigation of the home is proposed to identify potential triggers, such as TILT (Toxicity Induced Loss of Tolerance), and to assess exposure to various hazards.
The process involves conducting various biological and chemical tests to pinpoint the sources of exposure.

Cost Consideration: Emphasizes that the extent of the investigation and the accuracy of the data obtained will depend on the client’s budget, with more comprehensive surveys offering more precise data.

3.Conclusion and Recommendations:

The protocol is tailored based on the information provided by the client, with the final report offering analysis, risk and hazard interpretation, and recommendations.
It is noted that while Mould Masters can provide detailed analysis and recommendations, medical advice should be sought from professional healthcare providers.
If budget or resources are not available Mould Masters will point their clients in the direction of professional medical and functional medicine assistance

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“Expert building health assessment services to identify and mitigate exposure to toxins and inflammagens. Specializing in detecting mycotoxins, bacteria, VOCs, and more to prevent and address building-related health issues. Tailored investigations based on your health symptoms and budget.”