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Serum Zinc

Zinc is an essential trace element vital for immune defense, skin barrier healing, and healthy hair and nails.

Common laboratory aliases and abbreviations:Zinc sériqueZincZincémieSerum zincZnZinc sérico

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µg/dL
95µg/dL
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‹ LowRange: 70 – 120 µg/dLHigh ›

Physiological Reference Ranges

The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.

Adults (general)

70 – 120 µg/dL

Adult females

70 – 120 µg/dL

Adult males

70 – 120 µg/dL

Common alternative units:
µmol/L(×6.538 µg/dL)
mg/L(×100 µg/dL)

What does a low result mean?

A modest dip can occur with plant-exclusive diets, digestive challenges, or sustained physical stress.

What does a high result mean?

An elevated level usually reflects recent dietary supplement intake.

Questions ready for your doctor

Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:

  • Would targeted zinc support benefit my immune system or skin health?
  • What foods can best boost my natural zinc intake?
  • Should copper be checked to maintain proper trace element balance?

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