Description
Arsenic Water Testing – In simple terms, arsenic in drinking water can be harmful because it is a toxic substance that can cause various health problems. Here’s why:
- Health Effects: Arsenic is a known carcinogen, which means it can cause cancer.
- Skin Issues: Drinking water containing high levels of arsenic can lead to skin problems such as discoloration, dark patches, and the development of skin lesions.
- Toxic to Organs: Arsenic can also harm various organs in the body. Prolonged exposure to high levels of arsenic has been associated with damage to the liver, kidneys, lungs, and cardiovascular system.
- Developmental Effects: Ingesting arsenic-contaminated water during pregnancy can have adverse effects on the developing fetus.
- Nervous System Effects: Arsenic exposure can affect the nervous system and lead to symptoms such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, muscle weakness, and even neurological disorders
If your water supply comes from a private, unmonitored well on your property, checking arsenic levels in your water from time to time is an important ounce of prevention to make sure your family is drinking pure water.
You can bundle this test along with our core well water testing package. Collect your own sample and deliver it to our lab, or add a sample collection fee and we will collect the sample for you.
