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Environmental toxicology

A broad selection of testing for environmental toxicology

Certain chemicals do not break down easily in the environment and may create health risks. Starting with testing, Quest Diagnostics provides innovative environmental toxicology solutions, services, and resources to help you and your patients better understand their risks due to environmental factors.

PFAS, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” are man-made chemicals that have been used in industry and consumer products since the 1940s.1

People are most likely exposed to these chemicals by consuming PFAS-contaminated water or food, using products made with PFAS, or breathing contaminated air.

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References

  1. Perkins T. Chemical companies’ PFAS payouts are huge—but the problem is even bigger. The Guardian. August 2, 2023. Accessed May 28, 2025. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/aug/03/chemical-companies-pfas-payouts-forever-chemicals