Selenium + Zinc Blood Test

Only for Germany and Austria

• We would like to point out that these tests and the shipping processes are optimized for Germany and Austria and are prepaid.
• Samples must be delivered to the German laboratory within 4 days. This cannot be guaranteed for samples shipped from other countries!
• Orders from countries other than Germany and Austria are therefore at your own risk. In this case, we only accept the payment method "Prepayment (directly to us)", as customers cannot then cancel the purchase, e.g., because the sample arrived at the laboratory unusable through their own fault. Purchases made with any other payment methods that customers could unlawfully reverse will be immediately canceled and refunded.
• You can find more information about this from the manufacturer!

Laboratory chemical analysis to determine zinc and selenium concentrations in capillary blood

Zinc is a trace element and is vital (essential). As a component of enzymes, it is involved in many important processes within the body. Zinc also plays a significant role as an activator of important enzymes. For example, it is involved in fat metabolism. It also influences the production of thyroid and sex hormones, supports the normal function of the immune system and is considered an important antioxidant.

An adequate supply of zinc is therefore extremely important. However, taking it via dietary supplements should be done with care, as an overdose can have negative consequences for the absorption of other nutrients. It is therefore very advisable to assess your current status.

Selenium is also a trace element and a component of numerous enzymes. Selenium plays a particularly important role in thyroid metabolism and in sperm production. Selenium helps to protect cells from oxidative stress and contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails. The problem with ensuring an adequate supply of selenium in Europe is that the soil is low in selenium. As selenium is otherwise mainly obtained from animal-based foods, a selenium supplement may also be advisable for vegetarians or vegans.

Whether and how much of these two trace elements should be taken can be determined by assessing current levels. The Selenium + Zinc Blood Test does this by measuring the concentration of the trace elements in capillary blood.

The test kit includes:

• 1 set of instructions for sample collection
• 2 lancets
• 1 sample tube
• 2 alcohol swabs
• 1 fingertip plaster
• 1 sample collection form
• 1 postal envelope

How does the ordering process work?

Once you have placed your order, the test kit you have chosen will be sent to you along with detailed instructions. You place your sample in a sample container, send it in the provided envelope to Mediveres’ partner laboratory, GANZIMMUN Diagnostics GmbH, and will receive your results, including an assessment of your profile, within 5–7 days.