Microplastic particles
Microplastic particles refer to tiny fragments of plastic, typically less than 5 millimeters in size, with this test specifically focusing on particles smaller than 30 micrometers. These particles can originate from a wide range of sources, including food packaging, textiles, cosmetics, personal care products, and environmental pollution. Once ingested or inhaled, microplastics may enter the bloodstream and circulate in the body.
Description
Microplastics are small plastic fragments resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic products or manufactured directly at microscopic size (such as microbeads). They are categorised by size, and this measurement focuses on particles under 30 µm, which are small enough to potentially cross biological barriers.
Microplastic particles can enter the body through contaminated food, drinking water, air (especially indoor dust), and even skin contact. If absorbed via the digestive system or lungs, they may reach the bloodstream and be carried to various tissues.
The presence of microplastics in blood indicates that your body has been exposed to and has absorbed some particles. While the long-term health effects are not yet fully understood, this may reflect cumulative exposure from diet, environment and lifestyle habits.
Research is still ongoing, but concerns include inflammatory responses, oxidative stress, and the possibility of microplastics acting as carriers for other environmental toxins. However, detection alone does not confirm any specific health risk.
Yes. While microplastics are widespread in the environment, exposure can be reduced by minimising the use of plastic containers (especially with heat), avoiding products with microbeads, filtering drinking water, and improving indoor air quality.
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