--- title: "What Is Ozone UV IV Therapy? Process and How It Works" url: https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/what-is-ozone-uv-iv-therapy description: "Ozone UV IV therapy combines medical-grade ozone and UV light exposure with a small amount of your own blood. Learn how it works in Charleston, SC." lang: en --- Get Your Free Wellness Plan – Personalized just for you (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/free-wellness-plan) Daniel Island • Charleston & Surrounding Areas Open Now • Open until 7:00 PM (843) 972-8547 (+18439728547) Daniel Island (843) 972-8547 (+18439728547) # What Is Ozone UV IV Therapy? Process and How It Works Updated October 20, 2026 · 3 min read Image: Ozone UV IV therapy session at iCRYO Daniel Island in Charleston, SC (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog-images/what-is-ozone-uv-iv-therapy-daniel-island-sc.webp) You may have heard ozone therapy mentioned on wellness podcasts or by friends who swear by it. But what actually happens during an ozone UV IV? Here's a clear, honest explanation of ozone UV IV therapy at iCRYO Daniel Island (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/services/ozone-uv-iv): the process, the reasoning behind it and what to know before you try it. ## What Is Ozone? Ozone (O₃) is a form of oxygen made up of three oxygen atoms instead of two. Medical-grade ozone is produced from pure medical oxygen using specialized equipment. **Important:** Ozone should never be inhaled. In therapy, it's mixed with blood in a closed, controlled system. ## What Is UV Blood Irradiation? UV blood irradiation exposes blood to ultraviolet light as it passes through a special device before being returned to the body. It has a long history of use and is being studied today for wellness applications. ## How Ozone UV IV Therapy Works While the exact protocol varies, a typical session looks like this: 1. **A small amount of blood is drawn** into a sterile container 2. **Medical-grade ozone is mixed** with the blood 3. **The blood passes through UV light** 4. **The blood is returned** to your body through the IV Everything happens in a closed, sterile system. ## Why People Try It People seek ozone UV IV therapy for: - Immune support - Wellness and energy - Support for circulation and oxygen utilization See Ozone UV IV Benefits: What It's Used For (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/ozone-uv-iv-benefits) for an honest look at the research. ## What to Expect 1. **Screening and consultation**, which may include tests like G6PD 2. **IV placement** 3. **The ozone UV process** 4. **Relax** during your session 5. **Back to your day** afterward Learn more in What to Expect at Your First Ozone UV IV Session (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/ozone-uv-iv-what-to-expect). ## Who Should Not Get Ozone Therapy? Ozone therapy isn't for everyone. It may not be appropriate if you: - Have G6PD deficiency - Are pregnant - Have an overactive thyroid - Have bleeding disorders or take blood thinners - Have had a recent heart attack or have certain heart conditions Read Is Ozone IV Therapy Safe? Who Should Avoid It (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/is-ozone-iv-therapy-safe). ## How It Compares to a Standard IV Ozone UV IV is very different from a vitamin drip. Read Ozone UV IV vs. Standard IV Drips (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/ozone-uv-iv-vs-standard-iv). ## Ozone Therapy Myths vs. Facts **Myth: "Ozone therapy means breathing ozone."** Fact: Ozone should never be inhaled. In ozone UV IV therapy, it's mixed with a small amount of blood in a closed, sterile system. **Myth: "Ozone therapy is FDA-approved."** Fact: It isn't FDA-approved to treat any medical condition, and high-quality human research is limited. **Myth: "It's safe for everyone."** Fact: Some people, including those with G6PD deficiency or certain thyroid, bleeding or heart conditions, shouldn't receive ozone therapy. Screening is required. **Myth: "It's just like a vitamin drip."** Fact: The process is completely different. Read Ozone UV IV vs. Standard IV Drips (https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/ozone-uv-iv-vs-standard-iv). Have questions about ozone therapy? We're happy to answer them. ## Ozone UV IV Therapy in Charleston, SC iCRYO Daniel Island is at **866 Island Park Dr Unit 101c, Charleston, SC 29492**, on Island Park Drive on Daniel Island with free on-site parking. We welcome clients from Mount Pleasant, downtown Charleston, North Charleston, Cainhoy, Hanahan and Goose Creek. - See our current intro offers: https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/deals - Book your intro visit: https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/book-now - Get your free personalized wellness plan: https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/free-wellness-plan Questions? Call (843) 972-8547. ## Ozone UV IV Therapy FAQs What is ozone UV IV therapy? Ozone UV IV therapy is a procedure in which a small amount of your blood is drawn, combined with medical-grade ozone, exposed to ultraviolet light and then returned to your body through an IV. Is ozone therapy FDA-approved? No. Ozone therapy is not FDA-approved to treat any medical condition, and research is limited. It's offered as a wellness service, and our medical team will review whether it's appropriate for you. How long does an ozone UV IV session take? Sessions typically take longer than a quick vitamin drip. Our team will tell you what to expect. Do I need any tests before ozone therapy? Screening is required. Your provider may require tests such as a G6PD screening before your first session. iCRYO Daniel Island Team The iCRYO Daniel Island team helps clients across the Charleston area look and feel their best. ## Related Articles Ozone UV IV Benefits: What It's Used For What do people use ozone UV IV therapy for, and what does research actually show? An honest guide to potential benefits from iCRYO Daniel Island. https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/ozone-uv-iv-benefits Ozone UV IV vs. Standard IV Drips: What's the Difference? Vitamin IV drips add fluids and nutrients. Ozone UV IV treats a small amount of your own blood with ozone and UV light. Compare the two. https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/ozone-uv-iv-vs-standard-iv Is Ozone IV Therapy Safe? Who Should Avoid It Who should avoid ozone IV therapy, what the risks are and why screening matters. An honest safety guide from iCRYO Daniel Island in Charleston, SC. https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/blog/is-ozone-iv-therapy-safe Learn more about Ozone UV IV Therapy in Charleston, SC View the Ozone UV IV Therapy service page → https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/services/ozone-uv-iv Start your wellness journey on Daniel Island Get Your Free Wellness Plan: https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/free-wellness-plan Book Your Intro: https://icryo-danielisland-sc.com/book-now (843) 972-8547 (+18439728547) ## Structured data ```json [ [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "headline": "What Is Ozone UV IV Therapy? Process and How It Works", "description": "Ozone UV IV therapy combines medical-grade ozone and UV light exposure with a small amount of your own blood. 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