Test Name
ZINC, SERUM
Aliases
-
Abbreviations
ZN, ZN2+
Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
ROUTINE CHEMISTRY
Sub Department
-
TAT Category
BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME
Estimated TAT
168
TAT Units
HOURS
Test Requirements
Metal free tube i.e. Royal blue-top (EDTA) tube or royal blue-top without EDTA. Separate plasma/ serum within 2 hours of collection and keep at ambient/ refrigerated/ frozen temperature.
SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS
Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated
ANALYTE STABILITY
Room Temperature: 7 DAYS at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 14 DAYS at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 1 YEAR at -20°C
Clinical Utility
Evaluation of suspected zinc deficiency, excess or toxicity. Detect and monitory industrial, dietary and accidental exposure to zinc.
Last Review
26th Feb 2026