Selenium, Serum LabCorp

Cognitive issues: This test can help identify if abnormal selenium levels are contributing to difficulties with thinking and memory.
Fatigue: Checking your selenium levels may reveal a deficiency or excess impacting energy production and overall vitality.
Hair loss: Selenium plays a role in hair health, and this test can help determine if an imbalance is contributing to hair thinning or loss.
Muscle weakness: This test can help identify if selenium deficiency or excess is contributing to muscle discomfort or weakness.
Nail changes: Selenium deficiency can sometimes manifest in nail changes, which this test can help evaluate.
Neuropathy: This test can help determine if selenium imbalance is contributing to nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness.

$75.00

LabCorp Test #: 716910, CPT: 84255

Disclaimer: Due to state regulations, Defy Medical does not offer on-demand lab testing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts.

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This test measures the amount of selenium in your blood. Selenium is a mineral that helps the body make antioxidant enzymes, which protect cells from damage. It is also important for thyroid function and the immune system.

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Why To Buy	Testing your selenium levels helps identify if a deficiency or excess is causing your symptoms, as selenium plays a crucial role in thyroid function and antioxidant defense. This test from Defy Medical can pinpoint potential causes for issues like fatigue and cognitive problems related to selenium imbalance. Understanding your levels allows for targeted treatment to address the root cause of your symptoms. Finding the cause(s) of: Cognitive issues: This test can help identify if abnormal selenium levels are contributing to difficulties with thinking and memory. Fatigue: Checking your selenium levels may reveal a deficiency or excess impacting energy production and overall vitality. Hair loss: Selenium plays a role in hair health, and this test can help determine if an imbalance is contributing to hair thinning or loss. Muscle weakness: This test can help identify if selenium deficiency or excess is contributing to muscle discomfort or weakness. Nail changes: Selenium deficiency can sometimes manifest in nail changes, which this test can help evaluate. Neuropathy: This test can help determine if selenium imbalance is contributing to nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness.
Symptoms	Cognitive issues, Fatigue, Hair loss, Muscle weakness, Nail changes, Neuropathy