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Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency Testing in Rhode Island

This page explains the selenium blood test – deficiency testing, what it measures, and how to order it. The Selenium Blood Test checks for selenium levels in the blood, important for antioxidant functions in the body.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

The Selenium Blood Test measures the amount of selenium, an essential trace element, in the blood. Selenium is vital for various bodily functions, including acting as an antioxidant to protect cells from damage. This test helps assess selenium exposure or detect deficiency.

What it measures

  • Selenium — reflects selenium levels in the blood

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, where a healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians may order this test to evaluate selenium levels in individuals exposed to industrial environments or to investigate signs of selenium deficiency. It helps in monitoring overall health and ensuring adequate selenium intake.

Preparation

Preparation for the Selenium Blood Test may vary, so it's important to follow the specific instructions provided by the collection lab.

How results are reported

Results are reported as selenium levels in the blood, which can indicate sufficiency or deficiency. Reference ranges are lab-dependent and may vary.

Before you go

  • Sample collection method
  • Turnaround time
  • Preparation instructions

Cities

Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency Testing in Rhode Island communities

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Providence1,270,149Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingWarwick82,666Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingCranston82,654Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingPawtucket75,200Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingEast Providence47,171Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingWoonsocket43,044Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingNewport25,322Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingCentral Falls22,192Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingValley Falls12,064Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingNewport East11,903Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingGreenville8,955Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingCumberland Hill8,925Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingKingston6,496Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingPascoag4,471Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingNarragansett Pier3,265Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingMelville1,838Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingHope Valley1,717Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingChepachet1,691Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingAshaway1,539Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingHarmony1,493Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingHarrisville1,459Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingBradford1,315Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency TestingGreene1,032Selenium Blood Test – Deficiency Testing