Know Your Blood Parameter : Zinc
- Summarised by TGHC Editorial Team
- Jul 17
- 1 min read
1. Parameter Name
Zinc
2. Test Type
Blood (plasma/serum zinc)
3. Normal Range
70–120 µg/dL
4. High Levels Indicate
Rare; excessive supplementation may cause toxicity.
5. Low Levels Indicate
Impaired immunity, poor wound healing, skin issues.
6. Why It's Tested
To check for deficiency or excess due to supplements or disease.
7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal)
Hair loss, loss of appetite, delayed wound healing, taste changes.
8. What To Do If Abnormal
Adjust dietary intake, consider zinc supplements.
9. Common Conditions Related
Acrodermatitis enteropathica, chronic diarrhea.
10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection
Oysters, beef, pumpkin seeds, legumes.
11. References (APA Format) NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. (2023). Zinc. MedlinePlus. (2023). Zinc test.
