Zinc,RBC

This test measures the level of Zinc in your Red Blood Cells. Zinc is an essential mineral that is critical for good health.

Test results may take 2-5 business days.

Available Laboratories: LabCorp

Zinc,RBC

$199

$459

Sample Results

Zinc,RBC

$459

$199

Sample Results

Test Details

Most Americans get zinc from consumption of red meat and poultry or from dietary supplements. A sufficient daily intake of zinc is important for good health because the body has no ability to store zinc. Zinc plays a critical role in numerous aspects of cellular metabolism, the immune system, wound healing, DNA and protein synthesis.

Zinc also supports healthy childhood development from pregnancy to adolescence. Zinc is also believed to exhibit antioxidant properties protecting against aging of the skin and muscles. It is found in many over-the-counter cold remedies as zinc is believed to cold fighting properties.

A zinc deficiency can impair your immune system as well as cause diarrhea, hair loss, and impotence. Zinc deficiency affects billions of people across the world and is associated with numerous diseases and conditions. The Zinc, RBC test may show a Zinc deficiency sooner than a regular Zinc blood test.

Reviewed By: Dr. Kurt Kloss, MD
Last Reviewed Date: Oct 24, 2019

1. Purchase Tests

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You pay directly and we do not bill your insurance.

(Note: to preserve lowest possible per test pricing, a single $10.00 lab fee is applied to one or more blood tests. You will not incur any additional charges at the lab.)

2. Visit a Lab

After purchasing your testing you will receive an email with your lab requisition. Bring this form to the laboratory.

NOTE: Be sure to visit the appropriate laboratory!

If you choose LabCorp only visit a Labcorp location.
If you choose Quest Diagnostics only visit a Quest location!

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If you have selected the option to have an At Home Test Kit delivered to you, you will receive your test kit in the mail within 5 to 7 business days. (Not all tests are available as At Home Test Kits.)

3. Get Results

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Certain result values may prompt a phone call from our ordering provider to ensure the patient is aware of their result.

Sample Type

Blood

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