Selenium
Tests for serum selenium levels, helping assess selenium deficiency or toxicity and related health effects.
- Selenium
The Selenium Serum test measures the concentration of selenium, an essential trace mineral, in the blood. Selenium plays a vital role in antioxidant defense and immune function.
Individuals with symptoms of selenium deficiency, those on long-term parenteral nutrition, or people with thyroid disorders should consider this test.
A blood sample is collected and analyzed using atomic absorption spectrophotometry or ICP-MS to determine selenium levels.
Low selenium levels indicate a deficiency that may lead to oxidative stress, while high levels may indicate toxicity.
Selenium supplementation or dietary adjustments may be recommended for deficiencies, while high levels may require reducing exposure to selenium-rich sources.
Test code
9140S
CPT and Loinc codes
Department
- Metals
Turn around time
Next Day
Test run frequency
Monday,Wednesday,Friday TIME - 11:00
Performing locations
1 labs across India
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | 3 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Collection instructions
Serum in metal free red top vaccutainer . Sharing sample not accepted
Package price
₹3550
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