Zinc in white blood cells
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| Test Details for Ordering | |
|---|---|
| Test | Zinc in white blood cells |
| Laboratory | TDL |
| Price | £40.50 |
| Bloods | Yes |
| To order this test, 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
Zinc measured in this way is much more accurate than zinc measured by hair mineral analysis.
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. Post the sample on a weekday.
- Please note that there is an additional interpretation fee for my letter to your GP. See Ordering Tests for more details.
