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Zinc Blood Test

 


ZINC BLOOD TEST

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Zinc is an essential mineral required for numerous physiological processes, including immune function, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and protein synthesis.

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.

STEP 1 - CHOOSE YOUR SAMPLE COLLECTION OPTION

HOME KIT VIA ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 24

  • Available everywhere in mainland UK.
  • Includes everything you need to take a safe and suitable blood sample in about 15 minutes.
  • Post the sample back to our laboratory via Royal Mail Tracked 24.

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About the Zinc blood test

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a critical role in many biological functions, including immune response, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division. This test helps evaluate whether your body has adequate levels of zinc, which is necessary for proper growth and development, enzyme function, and overall health.

Zinc deficiency can lead to symptoms such as hair loss, poor wound healing, weakened immunity, skin issues, and growth delays in children. It is commonly seen in people with malnutrition, chronic gastrointestinal conditions (like Crohn's disease), or those on certain medications. Zinc toxicity, although rare, can occur with excessive supplementation and may cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and, over time, interfere with the absorption of other essential minerals like copper.

Zinc is also one of the biomarkers that is monitored for prevention of hair loss.

This test helps diagnose and monitor these conditions, ensuring that zinc levels are within a healthy range for optimal functioning.

1 Biomarker

  1. METALS

    - Zinc

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  1. TURNAROUND TIME

    We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is the guideline turnaround time that can be shorter or longer.


    THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.


    We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and a very efficient laboratory processes, you will start receiving results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.


    Whilst we accommodate the shortest of time scales, with some results available within hours, for this particular test the usual turnaround time is: 1-2 working days.

DOCTOR'S COMMENTS

Hi, I am Dr. Adam Staten and here's my view on this test as a GP and Clinical Director at One Day Tests.

Zinc is a critical trace element involved in numerous biological processes, essential for maintaining overall health. It serves as a structural component of over 300 enzymes and is necessary for catalytic activities in DNA and RNA synthesis, protein production, and cell division.

Zinc’s role in stabilising the structure of proteins and membranes further underscores its importance in maintaining cellular integrity. It is a key player in gene expression and regulation, as zinc-finger proteins are involved in DNA transcription and replication.

Zinc is also required for immune function, where it plays a role in both innate and adaptive immune responses, supporting the activity of T cells, macrophages, and neutrophils, while also acting as an antioxidant to prevent cellular damage.

Zinc levels are tightly regulated in the body, primarily through the intestines, where absorption takes place, and the kidneys, which manage excretion. Deficiency, often seen in conditions like chronic diarrhea, malabsorption syndromes, or diets lacking in zinc, can result in impaired immune responses, delayed wound healing, dermatitis, and growth slowing.

Red flag symptoms for the Zinc Blood Test

Please contact your GP if you are experiencing any persistent symptoms such as diarrhea or slow wound healing, or any other worrying symptoms.

Your Results and Health Dashboard

The results of your Zinc Blood Test will be emailed to you as a secured PDF file, ready for your GP and will also be uploaded to our Health Dashboard area of the website. It’s a unique and powerful tool, powered by our in-house clinical analysis research, to match your biomarkers across test panels and symptoms, as well as provide clinical commentary on all individual biomarkers you tested for.

The health dashboard will also provide "panel level" commentary - a birds eye view of the biomarkers that were tested. This feature allows you to view your test results and clinical commentary, and compare them to previous results, giving you a clear understanding of how your health is progressing.

By using the Health Dashboard, you can identify changes in your biomarkers and make necessary adjustments to your lifestyle. This added value is immense, as it empowers you to monitor your health and make informed decisions about your well-being.

It's free and is available with all of our tests.

Save on continuous monitoring with our subscription plan

The best way to look after your health is to do so regularly. This is easy to do with our continual monitoring plans which give you a discount on future blood tests. You choose the frequency and we'll do the rest.

When you purchase a subscription, we will deliver your home test kits or allow you to book appointments in line with your chosen frequency. You will be able to track your biomarkers over time in our powerful Health Dashboard, where results will be automatically updated for you. There is a minimum of 3 tests with any subscription, after which you can pause/restart/cancel at any time.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Hi, I am Stefania Brown, I am the Laboratory Manager at One Day Tests and here are the lab's special requests for the Zinc Blood Test.

  1. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR TAKING THE ZINC BLOOD TEST.

    Typically, no special preparation is required for a zinc blood test, however, you should remain consistent in your testing if monitoring, i.e. do all your tests under similar conditions, so if you fasted for the first test or had it after a meal - do the same in future, for most consistent results.


    Since food can affect zinc levels in the blood, fasting helps eliminate this variable, so it may be preferred (or easier) to manage this test as a fasting test.


Venepuncture appointment - how to prepare

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

  • Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
  • Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
  • That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

Home test kit for Zinc Blood Test - how it works

Our blood test kits are simple and convenient.

The most important step in doing a blood test at home is to read the instructions very carefully. The process is very simple, but there are a few pitfalls you need to be aware of - you will save yourself a lot of time if you do it right the first time around!

  • Full printed instructions will arrive with your kit - please read them carefully.
  • Drink plenty before taking the sample and warm your hands up in the sink with warm water for a few minutes. This will make your blood flow much better.
  • Fill the tubes to the top line. We don’t need much blood; filling tubes to the top line is about 15 drops of blood.
  • Post the samples on the same day you take them, before midday, Monday to Thursday. If you post it any other time it might get to us late or be stuck at a sorting office over the weekend. You will then have to do it again.
  • Package the sample in the same box the kit came in. Otherwise, Royal Mail or DPD will reject it. The sample tubes go into a pouch, then into a cardboard box, and then into a return envelope. All of this is provided in the kit: please use it.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

How the finger prick home blood test kit for Zinc Blood Test works - from Dr. Adam Staten

Follow our step by step instructions on how to take your sample quickly and easily using the blood sample collection finger prick test.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Hello! My name is Dr. Vinesh Mistry, I am part of the GP team here at One Day Tests and here is why you should trust us to test your blood.

  1. QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS, DIRECT FROM A LABORATORY.

    We run our own regulated laboratories and our own accredited clinics. We manufacture our own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and our super-talented biomedical science team.


    When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.


    Finally, our customer services rock! You can ask the lab a question any time or you can speak to a real human. You can email us on hello@onedaytests.com or give us a call on 0127 309 2844.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Hi, I am Lana Nela, Lead Nurse, and here is what we are frequently asked about this test.

Why is a zinc blood test done?

A zinc blood test is performed to measure the level of zinc in your blood, helping to diagnose either a deficiency or excess of zinc. Zinc is essential for immune function, wound healing, and cell growth. This test may be ordered if you have symptoms like poor wound healing, weakened immune function, skin issues, or growth delays, all of which can indicate a zinc imbalance.

It's also used to monitor zinc supplementation to prevent toxicity.

What are the symptoms of zinc deficiency or excess?

Zinc deficiency can lead to symptoms such as hair loss, poor wound healing, frequent infections, skin rashes, loss of appetite, and growth issues in children.

Excess zinc (toxicity), often due to over-supplementation, may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and interfere with copper absorption, potentially leading to neurological symptoms and anemia over time.

Do I need to prepare for a zinc blood test?

Typically, no special preparation is required for a zinc blood test, however, you should remain consistent in your testing if monitoring, i.e. do all your tests under similar conditions, so if you fasted for the first test or had it after a meal - do the same in future, for most consistent results. Since food can affect zinc levels in the blood, fasting helps eliminate this variable, so it may be preferred (or easier) to manage this test as a fasting test.

What is the difference between a serum zinc test and a plasma zinc test?

A serum zinc test measures zinc levels in the clear portion of the blood after clotting, while a plasma zinc test measures zinc in the liquid portion of the blood where clotting is prevented using anticoagulants. Serum zinc (such as this one) is more commonly used.

WHY TAKE THE TEST?

Hi, I am Nader Eldarf, I am a Biomedical Scientist in our laboratory and here is why it's important to take this test.

  1. WHY TAKE THE ZINC BLOOD TEST?

    A zinc test is important because zinc is an essential trace element that plays a critical role in various bodily functions, including immune system performance, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell growth.

    Without the proper levels of zinc, the body can’t perform these key functions effectively. A zinc test helps assess whether your body has enough of this vital nutrient to support these processes and can detect imbalances that could lead to health issues.

IS THIS TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

Hi, I am Sandeep Patel, I am the Laboratory Director at One Day Tests. Here are the symptoms that you may wish to address with this test.

  1. IS THE ZINC BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR YOU?

    A zinc test may be right for you if you are experiencing symptoms that suggest a zinc deficiency or excess.

    Zinc deficiency can manifest as hair loss, poor wound healing, frequent infections, skin rashes, and loss of appetite.

    People with gastrointestinal disorders (like Crohn’s disease), vitamin deficiency or malnutrition, vegetarians, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with chronic illnesses, are at higher risk for low zinc levels.

    If you take zinc supplements regularly or at high doses, a zinc test can help ensure you’re not consuming excessive amounts, which can lead to zinc toxicity.

    Symptoms of zinc overload may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and interference with copper absorption.

    If you’re concerned about your zinc intake, either from supplements or dietary sources, a zinc test can help determine if your levels are within the optimal range.

  1. SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

    Make your own test panel

WHY ARE BLOOD TESTS IMPORTANT?

Health monitoring is very important, you are in charge of your health - look after it.