What the test measures
Oligoscan is used here to create a baseline reading of heavy metal biomarkers, mineral balance and antioxidant nutrient status. The scan provides a snapshot of current elemental levels and imbalances that the practitioner can review. This appointment focuses on measurement and documentation rather than treatment, establishing the starting point for any later comparisons or follow-up testing.
Readings are shaped by recent diet, supplements, hydration and environmental exposures, so you'll be asked about current routines. Local living patterns — commuting, time outdoors, and household water or soil contacts common around Ellicott City neighborhoods — can influence the baseline. The practitioner accounts for these contextual factors when interpreting values and suggesting next steps.
What to expect during visit
Your appointment lasts 70 MINUTES and includes the Oligoscan baseline assessment, a short intake about lifestyle and supplement use, and a review of initial observations. The fee is $150 for the initial visit. Staff will flag any readings that suggest the need for further testing or added services such as blood typing if you don't know your blood type.
Novum is located in the Dorsey's Search and Dorsey Hall area of Ellicott City, conveniently reached from Route 29, Route 108 and Old Annapolis Road. Appointments fit commuter schedules and parking is available. Note January, February and September are busiest months for baseline testing, so plan ahead if you prefer specific days or times.
Using results for planning
The baseline Oligoscan report serves as a documented starting point to compare future scans and monitor changes over time. Practitioners use the pattern of metals, minerals and antioxidant markers to prioritize follow-up evaluations and lifestyle or supplement conversations. Decisions are individualized; the scan itself informs planning rather than prescribing a single course of action or promising specific clinical results.
Based on the initial findings, a practitioner may recommend retesting at later intervals or targeted laboratory work to clarify specific concerns. If you do not know your blood type, adding blood typing during the appointment is recommended; that information can be part of longer-term planning for nutrition and supplementation strategies discussed with your clinician.
