National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey

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Anti-Mullerian Hormone(AMH) and inhibin B levels

Hormones that help in the development of the male fetus. Levels of these hormones in adolescents and adults along with some chemicals may cause male reproductive disorders.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: males 12 + years

For more information, please see: https://labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/anti-mullerian-hormone/tab/test/

Anti-Nuclear antibodies

These antibodies are antibodies that we make that attack our own cells. They can cause a variety of illness if they are not treated.
Years tested: 1999-2005
Ages tested: 12 + years

For more information, please see: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003535.htm

Brominated Flame Retardants

These are chemicals used in textiles to make them fire resistant. These chemicals were measured to determine if there were any in your blood.
Years tested: 2001-2008
Ages tested: 3 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaqs/tf.asp?id=528&tid=94

Coxiella Burnetii (Q-Fever)

A test to see if you have ever been infected with a germ found in cattle, sheep and goats. Half of people infected get sick. Medicine is available to treat the infection.
Years tested: 2003-2004
Ages tested: 20 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/qfever/

Cystatin C

Test done to check how well your kidneys are working.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 12 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3703771/#R4

Cytomegalovirus

This test shows if you had a common virus infection in the past. This infection is usually mild, but may cause birth defects in unborn children.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: 6 -49 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/cmv/index.html

Fasting glucose and insulin

This study looked at genetic traits in diverse populations and how these traits relate to fasting glucose and insulin levels. Fesinmeyer et al unpublished 2013.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: fasting, 20 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/diabetes.html

Fatty Acids

These are the building blocks of the fats in our bodies and in the food we eat.
Years tested: 2003-2004
Ages tested: 20 + years

Folic Acid

This is a B vitamin that we get from our food and it helps to make DNA and other genetic material. Folic acid is also needed for our body's cells to divide.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 60 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/index.html

Hepatic steatosis/Fatty Liver

This study found that some genetic traits related to Hepatic steatosis varied among race/ethnic groups. Hernaez et al Clinical gastroenterology and Hepatology 2013.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 20 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23416328

Human Herpes Virus 1

This test shows if you have been infected with a common virus. The virus causes sores around the mouth. These sores are sometimes called fever blisters.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 6 -13 years

For more information, please see: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/herpessimplex.html

Lipids

This study looked at the relationship between genetic traits and Vitamins A and E, and blood lipids. Dumitrescu et al Human Genetics 2012.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 20 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22688886

Melamine

Test done to see if you have eaten food contaminated with melamine. Melamine is a chemical used in plastics. It has been added to food to falsely increase the protein content. Some animals, especially cats, have become ill after eating food with melamine.
Years tested: 2003-2004
Ages tested: 6 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ipcsneng/neng1154.html

Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance

An immune cell marker that may lead to multiple myeloma in the future.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: 10 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16938117

Mumps

Mumps is a virus that infects the salivary glands (located under your jaws). This test checks if you have antibody (a protein made by the body that fights infection) against the Mumps virus. You get antibody from either a natural infection or vaccination.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: 6 -49 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/mumps/

Nitrate

Test to find the amount of this chemical in your body. This chemical is usually found in food and water. Too much of this chemical can harm your body's ability to carry oxygen.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 6 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaqs/tf.asp?id=1186&tid=258

Non-dioxin-like Polychlorinated Biphenyls

These chemicals are found in a variety of commercial applications such as surfactants (detergents), lubricants, paints, polishes, food packaging and fire-retardant foams. These chemicals were measured to determine if there were any in your blood.
Years tested: 2001-2008
Ages tested: 3 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/biomonitoring/NDL-PCBs_BiomonitoringSummary.html

Obesity

This study found that genetic traits have a greater effect on body weight in younger adults versus older adults. Graff et al Diabetes 2013.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 20 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23300277

Obesity

This study found that genetic traits related to obesity varied among race/ethnic groups. Fesinmeyer et al Obesity 2012.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 20 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/

Organopesticides

These are a diverse group of synthetic chemicals that persist in the environment and can have health effects. You were tested to see if you were exposed to these chemicals.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 3 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/biomonitoring/insecticides_pesticides.html

Perchlorate

Test to find the amount of this chemical in your body. This chemical is usually found in food and water. Too much of this chemical can cause problems with your thyroid function.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 6 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/biomonitoring/Perchlorate_FactSheet.html

Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

Tests to see how many PFCs are in your blood. These chemicals are usually found in paints, polishes, food packages, and fire-resistant foam.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 3 -11 years

For more information, please see: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfc/index.html

Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

Tests to see how many PFCs are in your blood. These chemicals are usually found in paints, polishes, food packages, and fire-resistant foam.
Years tested: 1999-2000
Ages tested: 12 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfc/index.html

Poliovirus antibodies

This study looks at antibody against the polio virus. You get antibody from either a natural infection or vaccination.
Years tested: 2009-2010
Ages tested: 6 -49 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/pinkbook/polio.html

Polyfluoroalkyl Chemicals

Tests to find the amount of these chemicals in your blood. These chemicals are usually found in paints, polishes, food packages, and fire-resistant foam.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 3 -11 years

For more information, please see: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfc/index.html

Salmonella and Campylobacter antibodies

This study looks at antibody against Salmonella and Campylobacter. These two bacteria cause acute diarrheal illness.
Years tested: 2005-2006
Ages tested: 20 -64 years in a 1/3 subsample

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/diseases/campylobacter/index.html

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/index.html

Serum Transferrin and Receptor

Test done to check if women who are pregnant have low levels of iron in their blood.
Years tested: 1999-2000
Ages tested: pregnant females 13 -56 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/nutritionreport/99-02/pdf/nr_ch3.pdf

Serum Transferrin Receptor and Serum Ferritin

Test done to check if women who are pregnant have low levels of iron in their blood.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: pregnant females 13 -56 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/nutritionreport/part_3.html

Sex Steroid Hormones

This study looks at trends in testosterone levels in men.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: males 12 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22150314

Thiocyanate

Test to find the amount of chemical in your body. This chemical is usually found in food and water. Too much of this chemical can be harmful to your health.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 6 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/phs/phs.asp?id=70&tid=19

Thyroid Profile

Your thyroid gland is important for your metabolism. These tests checks if your thyroid is working normally.
Years tested: 2001-2002
Ages tested: 12 + years

For more information, please see: https://medlineplus.gov/thyroiddiseases.html?session=aDAkEdNlFDQuH018bnwMAAVDG8

Toxoplasma Gondii Antibody

T. gondii is the second leading cause of foodborne diseases. This test measures if you ever were infected with this parasite.
Years tested: 2009-2012
Ages tested: 6 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/dpdx/toxoplasmosis/dx.html

Unmetabolized Folic Acid

Test done to see if having too much folate in your body affects the amount of Vitamin B in your body.
Years tested: 1999-2002
Ages tested: 60 + years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/index.html

Urinary Shedding of Cytomegalovirus

This study looks at the frequency and duration of this common virus in your urine.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: 6 -49 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/cmv/overview.html

Urine specific gravity

A measure of the concentration of urine excreted by the kidney.
Years tested: 2007-2008
Ages tested: 6 + years

Varicella-Zoster Virus

This test checks if you have antibody against the chickenpox virus. You get antibody from either a natural infection or vaccination.
Years tested: 1999-2004
Ages tested: 6 -19 years

For more information, please see: https://www.cdc.gov/shingles/

If you have questions about getting your results, please call the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey at 1-800-452-6115.

Content source: CDC/National Center for Health Statistics