The Zinc looks at zinc level. It is done for: malnutrition, poor wound healing.
General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Zinc level. Why it is done: Malnutrition, poor wound healing. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references
Malnutrition, poor wound healing.
Morning fasting sample preferred. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Excess supplements. Low or negative may mean: Deficiency. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Zinc level.
Blood
Excess supplements.
Deficiency.
Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
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What does the Zinc measure?
Zinc level.
Why is the Zinc done?
Malnutrition, poor wound healing.
Do I need to fast for the Zinc?
Morning fasting sample preferred.
What does a high or positive Zinc mean?
Excess supplements.
What does a low or negative Zinc mean?
Deficiency.
What is the normal range for the Zinc?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.
Why is Zinc done?
Malnutrition, poor wound healing.
Do I need to prepare or fast for Zinc?
Morning fasting sample preferred. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Excess supplements. Low or negative may mean: Deficiency. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references