Zinc
Zinc is an essential trace mineral involved in immune function, wound healing, protein synthesis, and DNA repair.
Why it matters: Deficiency affects ~2 billion people worldwide. Common in vegetarians and older adults. Important for immune and reproductive health.
May increase with:
May decrease with:
What is Zinc?
Zinc is an essential trace mineral involved in immune function, wound healing, protein synthesis, and DNA repair.
What might a high or low Zinc mean?
Deficiency affects ~2 billion people worldwide. Common in vegetarians and older adults. Important for immune and reproductive health.
What is the typical reference range for Zinc?
The general-population reference range shown here is 11 – 23 µmol/L. Reference ranges describe the general population and are not a personal target — discuss your results with your physician.
What can affect Zinc?
It may be higher with: Zinc supplementation, Red meat, Shellfish. It may be lower with: Vegetarian diet, Malabsorption, Chronic illness, Alcohol.