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Selenium Blood Test

* This is not a home test kit. You will need to visit a local lab for testing.

Use:

This test measures the amount of selenium in the blood and monitors selenium deficiency and occupational exposure.

Selenium is an essential mineral and an important antioxidant that is available through consuming meat, seafood, grains, eggs, milk and nuts. It helps regulate thyroid function and plays an important role in the proper functioning of the immune system, DNA repair, and the detoxification of heavy metals.

Recommended For:

Those who have symptoms of selenium toxicity such as garlic odor on breath, metallic taste in the mouth, brittle nails, loss of hair, skin rashes, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea and discolored teeth.

Special Notes:

No special preparation is necessary prior to blood sample collection.

Tests Included:

Quest
Selenium (5507)
Labcorp
Selenium (716910)

Estimated Turn Around for Results:

2-10 Business Days

For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.

Additional information

Provider

LabCorp, Quest

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STEP 1

Order Your Test

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STEP 2

Generate & Print Out Lab Order

Our physician network will approve your order within 2-4hrs.

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STEP 3

Visit the Lab

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STEP 4

Get Your Results

Results can be provided in as little as 24-48 hrs. For more complex tests, please contact us for turn around times.