Key benefits of Methylparaben (MeP) testing
- Most prevalent urinary paraben tracking
- personal care product chemical burden assessment
- hormonal pathway monitoring
What is Methylparaben (MeP)?
Methylparaben (MeP) is a paraben preservative found in cosmetics, skincare, shampoos, conditioners, and some food products. It is the most commonly detected paraben in human urine globally. Measured via LC-MS/MS.
Why is Methylparaben (MeP) important?
Parabens are widely used antimicrobial preservatives with potential weak estrogenic activity based on laboratory research. MeP appears at the highest concentrations among parabens in most tested populations, making it the primary indicator of paraben exposure from personal care products.
What insights will I get?
Your MeP level may reflect the frequency and type of paraben-containing personal care products you use. High levels may correlate with heavy daily use of products containing methylparaben - including many conventional lotions, shampoos, and cosmetics.
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Method: LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry) with creatinine normalization by Jaffe Reaction (CLIA 17D0919496); not cleared or approved by the FDA. Results reported in µg/g creatinine. Not a stand-alone diagnosis; should be interpreted in clinical context.
