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Zinc Testing (ZN)

The Zinc test is also known as a Serum zinc test.

All you need to know about testing Zinc levels with a laboratory test

  • What is the Zinc test for?
  • What if Zinc results are high?
  • What if Zinc results are low?

What Is The Zinc Test For?

Zinc is an essential mineral involved in immunity, wound healing and skin health.

Conditions linked to Zinc

Malnutrition

Malnutrition

Malnutrition occurs when the body does not receive or absorb adequate nutrients, and is more common in the UK than many people realise.

How To Test Zinc

By buying a laboratory test kit with professional nurse or clinic collection, you can accurately measure Zinc for total reassurance.

Professional analysis in an accredited laboratory ensures rapid result delivery.

Tests which include a Zinc test:

What if Zinc Results Are High?

High zinc is most often linked to zinc supplements or other sources of added zinc.

Higher zinc levels can affect copper balance, as zinc and copper levels can influence each other.

Excess zinc intake is sometimes reviewed by clinicians, and concerns are commonly discussed with a doctor.

What if Zinc Results Are Low?

Low zinc is often associated with changes in immune function, slower wound healing, and alterations in taste.

Low levels can be linked to reduced dietary intake of zinc, and zinc supplements are sometimes discussed as a way to address low zinc.

Why Take The Zinc Test?

This test helps assess zinc status in people with hair loss, skin issues, poor immunity or digestive conditions affecting nutrient absorption. It assists in identifying deficiency that may benefit from dietary changes or supplementation. It is also useful when investigating imbalances caused by excess supplementation.

Who Should Take This Test?

Measure your Zinc levels and with a nurse or clinic test kit

You get the convenient testing with the reassurance of professional clinical analysis. Your results are delivered quickly & securely online.

This Test is advised if you:

  • want the convenience of home testing without waiting for a GP appointment;
  • need a high quality, clinically accredited test done in a professional clinical laboratory.
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