Selenium - red cell levels
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| Test Details for Ordering | |
|---|---|
| Test | Selenium - red cell levels |
| Laboratory | Biolab |
| Price | £27.00 |
| Bloods | Yes |
| To order this test, please, go to Ordering Tests. Please, make sure you have read When not to use this website to ascertain whether having this test is an appropriate and safe course of action for you. | |
DESCRIPTION
This test measures the amount of the mineral selenium inside the red blood cells.
Selenium is highly protective against cancer and arterial disease (heart disease, strokes, poor circulation). It is necessary for normal fertility. I do this test very often, especially if there is a bad family history of arterial disease or cancer.
A good selenium level is necessary to keep magnesium levels up.
SAMPLE
This test is performed on a blood sample.
KIT
The kit for this test includes a lithium heparin green top blood tube, packaging materials for transporting the blood sample in the post, a request form and a pre-paid envelope.
INSTRUCTIONS
To complete the test: have the blood taken and put in the blood tube (see blood letting information), make sure that your name and date of birth are clearly marked on the tube. Check that your details are correct on the request form. Using the packaging material provided prepare the sample for posting in the enclosed envelope. Please, make sure that the request form is sent along with the samples. Do not post the sample on a Friday. Please let me have the details of your GP and any diagnoses which you have been given so that I can write to him/her with the results of the test and my comments and suggestions for management.
- Please note that there is an additional interpretation fee for my letter to your GP. See Ordering Tests for more details.
