Test Details
Lab Company: Vibrant Wellness
Sample Type: Urine
Collection Location: At Home
The PFAS Chemical Test monitors exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals, commonly called ‘PFAS.’ PFAS are used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist heat, oil, stains, grease, and water. PFAS are found in the air, soil, water, and everyday consumer goods.
Key Details
Do not collect samples while menstruating.
Do not drink more than 8 oz water 1 hour prior to urine collection.
Use FedEx to ship samples back to the lab as soon as possible, Monday - Friday only.
Preparation & Timing
Do not collect samples while menstruating.
Do not drink more than 8 oz water 1 hour prior to urine collection.
Collection Instructions
Collect your first morning urine into the provided collection cup.
It is preferred to collect your sample prior to eating or drinking.
If you must drink something, drink less than 8 oz of water.
Open the specimen tube.
Use the pipette to transfer urine from the collection cup to the specimen tube.
Fill to the top of the tube label.
Recap the specimen tube tightly by pushing down and twisting slightly.
Discard the remaining urine and the collection cup.
Write the following information on the tube label.
Patient's name
Patient's date of birth
Date of collection
Time of collection
Place the specimen tube into the biohazard bag and seal it.
Requisition & Payment
Your kit has been prepaid. You do NOT need to pay anything extra.
Instructions on how to fill out your requisition can be found HERE.
Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on any of these forms.
Shipping
To prepare your samples for shipping,
Place the urine specimen tube into the biohazard bag.
Place the completed requisition form into the back pocket of the biohazard bag.
Place the biohazard bag into the provided return bubble mailer.
Make a note of the tracking number on the included return label so that you can track your samples back to the lab.
Return via FedEx as soon as possible, Monday - Friday only.
You can take your samples to the nearest FedEx location.
You can also visit www.fedex.com or call 1-800-463-3339 to schedule a pickup of your samples.
DO NOT place your samples in a FedEx drop box.
Results
Results should be released to your provider 7-14 days after samples are received at the lab. We cannot guarantee processing time.
Your provider will notify you when your results are in and schedule a follow-up appointment for you to review them together.
More Resources
Collection Information
Questions?
For general questions, email Rupa Health at support@rupahealth.com. For test-specific questions, contact Vibrant Wellness by calling 1-866-364-0963.