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» FAQ: Is There A Blood Test for Asbestos Exposure?
Last Updated: August 2nd, 2023
No Blood Test for Asbestos Exposure Yet.
Question: Is there a blood test for Asbestos exposure?
In short, No. There is not a blood test for Asbestos exposure.
However, we do have blood tests for health conditions that can be caused by exposure to asbestos (such as Mesothelioma).
On this page, we‘ll discuss this question in further depth, review the blood tests that do exsist (and what they test for), explore legal options for those who have been effected by Asbestos exposure, and much more.
Blood Tests for Asbestos Exposure: Do They Exist?
If you are reading this, you are likely looking for tests that establish asbestos exposure.
Right off the bat, blood tests may cross your mind.
However, is there a blood test for asbestos exposure?
Despite what many sources or people will tell you, the answer is no.
To date, there have been no developed blood tests to show signs of asbestos exposure.
Mesothelioma patients can also undergo other tests like biopsies and bronchoscopies to confirm a mesothelioma diagnosis.
These tests may not prove your exposure to asbestos.
However, they do allow experienced mesothelioma lawyers to connect the dots, hold at-fault parties liable, and get you a step closer to a successful mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit.
If you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos and subsequently developed mesothelioma or other asbestos related diseases, you may be eligible to file an asbestos or mesothelioma lawsuit.
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The medical field currently does not offer a specific blood test for detecting exposure to asbestos.
Key Points:
No specific blood test for asbestos exposure exists.
Healthcare professionals use various screening tools and methods.
Chest X-rays can reveal lung tissue abnormalities.
Not all individuals exposed to asbestos develop malignant cancer.
A novel blood test can potentially identify mesothelioma, a cancer linked to asbestos exposure, up to ten years before symptoms appear.
No existing blood test for asbestos exposure
There is no dedicated blood test that can identify if an individual has been exposed to asbestos.
This is a limitation in the current state of medical technology.
Healthcare professionals use various screening tools & methods
Despite the absence of a specific blood test, healthcare professionals employ a range of screening tools and methods to determine if a person has been exposed to asbestos.
These tools are crucial in identifying potential risks and planning appropriate interventions.
Chest X-rays can reveal lung tissue abnormalities
One such method is the use of chest X-rays.
These can reveal abnormalities in lung tissue that may indicate advanced asbestosis, a condition caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos.
Not all individuals exposed to asbestos develop malignant cancer
It’s important to note that asbestos exposure does not automatically lead to cancer.
While some individuals do develop malignant conditions, others do not.
The reasons for this variability are complex and not fully understood.
Potential Early Detection of Mesothelioma with Novel Blood Test
Interestingly, there is a new blood test that shows promise in identifying mesothelioma, a type of cancer often associated with asbestos exposure, up to a decade before symptoms manifest.
However, this test is not capable of detecting mere asbestos exposure.
To conclude, while there is no specific blood test for asbestos exposure, various screening tools and methods, including chest X-rays, are used to identify potential exposure and related health risks.
A novel blood test may also help detect mesothelioma, a cancer linked to asbestos exposure, well before symptoms appear.
To determine the validity of your case, factors such as asbestos exposure history, diagnosis of mesothelioma or asbestos-related disease, and applicable statute of limitations need to be evaluated.
Consulting with an experienced attorney is recommended.
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The Reasons Why No Blood Tests Can Establish the Presence of Asbestos
Several types of tests can confirm the presence of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases.
Unfortunately, no blood tests can definitively confirm asbestos exposure.
There are several reasons for this.
Asbestos Fibers Do Not Enter the Bloodstream Right Away
For the most part, asbestos exposure happens through inhalation.
Inhalation is not a guarantee of entry into the bloodstream.
In fact, solid fibers like asbestos fibers will likely enter other parts of the body first like the lungs.
By the time asbestos enters the lungs, the body breaks it down.
This leaves no residual material for asbestos to enter the blood.
The Body Easily Disintegrates Asbestos
Even if some fibers were to make it to the bloodstream, many of these will be remnants of disintegrated asbestos fibers.
Over time, the body’s immune system destroys fibers.
As a result, when a mesothelioma patient’s blood is drawn for testing, asbestos fibers don’t show up in the blood samples.
False Positives
False positives occur when blood tests incorrectly indicate a condition that is actually not present.
In other words, a false positive is like a “false alarm.”
In the context of blood tests and asbestos screening, various illnesses have similar markers to asbestos exposure.
For this reason, ruling out asbestos exposure using a blood test will yield inaccurate results.
Other tests consisting of biopsies, confirmatory blood work, and other diagnostics are still the best ways to conclusively trace asbestos.
What Are the Best Tests for Asbestos Exposure?
To assess the extent of exposure and potential risks associated with asbestos, healthcare workers will employ a battery of tests to develop a mesothelioma diagnosis.
These tests may not conclusively prove the presence of asbestos in your body.
However, the resulting findings can help your mesothelioma attorney rule out other causes of your illness.
The kinds of tests used to build your mesothelioma or wrongful death lawsuit can vary.
For the most part, physicians and mesothelioma law firms favor a combination of the tests listed below.
Asbestos Fiber Sampling and Analysis
One of the first facts to establish in your mesothelioma lawsuit is your environmental exposure to asbestos fibers.
To do this, your attorney and physician may recommend an analysis or examination of your environment.
Your environment can be your home, workplace, or the area surrounding your residence.
To establish the presence of asbestos, your mesothelioma and asbestos lawyers may require an asbestos fiber sampling and analysis.
The analysis involves sampling the air in environments where asbestos may be present.
These samples are then examined in specialized laboratories to determine the concentration and types of asbestos fibers present.
This method helps gauge the likelihood of exposure and aids in identifying who should be held liable for your mesothelioma diagnosis.
Lung Function Tests
Mesothelioma is an asbestos-caused cancer that affects various parts of the body, including the lungs and airways.
Knowing this, your physician will use lung function tests to establish the presence of mesothelioma.
Lung function tests include incentive spirometry which measures how well your lungs expand.
Besides spirometry, a physician may also employ lung volume testing.
Lung volume testing assesses how much air your lungs can hold during one breath.
A deficiency in lung volume signals the presence of a lung illness like asbestos-caused malignant mesothelioma.
Chest X-Ray
One of the tests used to determine if a patient developed mesothelioma is a chest X-ray.
Chest X-rays will reveal parts of the lung with fluid accumulation, calcium formation, and other findings that suggest mesothelioma.
Bronchoscopy
When checking for lung damage or tumor growths from asbestos-caused pleural mesothelioma, physicians will use a procedure like a bronchoscopy to check airways and lung fields.
Besides visualizing lung structures and the airways, a physician will also use bronchoscopy to gather samples of any tumor growth.
This is where the next test comes in.
Lung Biopsy
A lung biopsy is a medical procedure used to remove tissue samples from the lungs.
Physicians use the samples to examine for signs of cancer or other diseases, including mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive cancer that can develop in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart.
Mesothelioma can be the result of several causes but it is, for the most part, caused by exposure to asbestos.
Once a physician sees mesothelioma cells in the tissue sample, it will almost always be because the patient inhaled asbestos and has been doing so for years.
This makes a biopsy result one of the definitive tests for confirming asbestos exposure and mesothelioma.
Blood Test Procedures for Mesothelioma Markers
Mesothelioma markers are substances in the blood that can potentially indicate the presence of mesothelioma cells.
These markers include Fibulin-3 and soluble mesothelin-related peptides.
The test procedures used to establish the presence of these markers are the MESOMARK blood test and the SMRP test.
These tests can confirm mesothelioma and help establish asbestos exposure.
These tests — along with the others mentioned in this section — make them critical to success in mesothelioma lawsuits.
Tests Alone Do Not Suffice for a Successful Mesothelioma Lawsuit — You Also Need Mesothelioma Attorneys
Tests and other diagnostic procedures can go a long way in establishing your asbestos exposure.
Without the right legal representation, a person’s chances of receiving mesothelioma compensation are lowered.
This is why you need an experienced mesothelioma and asbestos attorney to represent you.
Experienced mesothelioma attorneys can aid your mesothelioma lawsuit case in several ways.
Below are some of the ways our attorneys can help you when you file a mesothelioma lawsuit.
Guidance in the Mesothelioma Lawsuit Legal Process
An experienced mesothelioma attorney can guide you through proceedings surrounding your asbestos litigation.
Your attorneys are well-versed in the legal process, meaning they can guide you through statutes of limitations, the filing process, your rights to a claim, and what to expect.
Assistance if You’re Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
If you are filing because you lost someone to mesothelioma, your attorney can also help.
An attorney with experience in representing clients in wrongful death lawsuits can support and guidance, as well as calculate for damages not seen in any other type of personal injury lawsuit.
Using Evidence To Establish and Prove Your Right to a Fair Settlement
A qualified mesothelioma lawyer can use your medical tests, blood test markers, diagnostics, and other lab findings to establish your injuries and what caused them.
Most importantly, your attorney can also use these pieces of evidence to identify who’s at fault.
This may require negligent parties to pay fair mesothelioma settlements — whether you’re suing your landlord, employer, or a negligent asbestos company.
Calculate Mesothelioma Compensation and Other Damages
With our experience in asbestos lawsuits, our law firm will work tirelessly to help you obtain financial compensation for damages.
These damages can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related costs.
Using your diagnostic test findings and the mesothelioma diagnosis issued by your physician, we aim to maximize the amount of compensation you can recover.
We File a Mesothelioma Lawsuit on Your Behalf
Attorneys help victims prepare and file legal documents, such as complaints or petitions, within the correct timeframe.
We ensure that all necessary paperwork is properly completed and submitted to the appropriate court.
By doing this, we get you a step closer to a successful mesothelioma claim.
TorHoerman Law: One of the Top National Law Firms for Mesothelioma and Asbestos Claims
If you’ve developed mesothelioma from asbestos exposure, you must take legal action.
File a mesothelioma lawsuit with the help of our experienced mesothelioma attorneys.
A THL mesothelioma lawyer specializes in recovering maximum compensation for victims.
If you’re a mesothelioma patient, we are here to leverage every piece of medical evidence to bolster your legal claim.
Choose one of the best mesothelioma law firms in the country.
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