OligoCheck: minerals, trace elements and heavy metals in 1 minute (no needles)

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Unlike blood tests, which measure what circulates in the bloodstream, OligoCheck uses biophotometry to estimate concentrations at an intracellular level.

How does it work?

The process is simple and fast (around one minute):

• Spectrophotometry technology: an optical scanner is placed on four specific points of the palm of the hand.
• Light absorption: each chemical element absorbs a specific amount of light. The device measures intensity to estimate concentration.
• Immediate results: data is sent to a central server and the professional receives an instant report.

What does it analyse?

The assessment provides a broad snapshot of metabolic status:

• Minerals & trace elements: evaluates essential elements (e.g., magnesium, calcium, zinc, iron, selenium) to detect deficits or excesses.
• Heavy metals: checks for toxic elements such as aluminium, mercury, lead or arsenic that may accumulate in tissues.
• Oxidative stress: assesses the balance between free radicals and antioxidant defenses.
• Metabolic ratios: reviews key proportions (for example, Calcium/Magnesium) that can hint at immune, digestive or nervous system trends.

Why is it useful?

• Prevention: helps spot imbalances before symptoms appear.
• Painless: no needles or blood draw required.
• Personalization: helps tailor nutrition, supplements and lifestyle choices to real needs.

A simple way to understand it

Blood tests tell us what’s happening “in transport” (plasma), while OligoCheck aims to show what’s happening “inside the factory” (cells).

In short: a quick, painless way to check whether your body has enough minerals to function well or may be accumulating toxins that should be addressed.