What Is Ozone UV IV Therapy? Process and How It Works
Updated October 20, 2026 · 3 min read
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 Westminster: 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:
- A small amount of blood is drawn into a sterile container
- Medical-grade ozone is mixed with the blood
- The blood passes through UV light
- 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 for an honest look at the research.
What to Expect
- Screening and consultation, which may include tests like G6PD
- IV placement
- The ozone UV process
- Relax during your session
- Back to your day afterward
Learn more in What to Expect at Your First Ozone UV IV Session.
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.
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.
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.
Have questions about ozone therapy? We're happy to answer them.
Ozone UV IV Therapy in Westminster, CO
iCRYO Westminster is at 14613 Orchard Pkwy #200, Westminster, CO 80023, just off I-25 with free parking. We welcome clients from Broomfield, Thornton, Northglenn, Arvada, Federal Heights and north Denver.
Questions? Call (720) 222-0224.
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 Westminster Team
The iCRYO Westminster team helps clients across the north Denver metro look and feel their best.
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