205 - RBC Heavy Metals Panel (4 tests)
RBC Heavy Metals
PROVIDER INITIATED TEST - The RBC Heavy Metals Panel is a specialized blood test that evaluates intracellular levels of key trace minerals and metals using packed red blood cells (RBCs). RBC testing provides a longer-term view of mineral status compared to standard serum measurements, since these nutrients are stored and utilized inside cells.
This panel is commonly ordered for individuals with suspected mineral deficiencies, chronic fatigue, immune dysfunction, oxidative stress concerns, environmental exposure risk, or as part of functional medicine, wellness, and longevity-focused protocols.
The panel includes 4 tests:
Copper, Packed RBC:
Measures intracellular copper status, an essential trace mineral involved in energy production, connective tissue health, and antioxidant defense
Magnesium, Packed RBC:
Evaluates intracellular magnesium levels, important for muscle function, stress regulation, nerve signaling, and metabolic health
Selenium, Packed RBC:
Assesses selenium status, a critical nutrient for thyroid hormone metabolism, immune support, and antioxidant protection
Zinc, Packed RBC:
Measures intracellular zinc levels, essential for immune function, hormone balance, wound healing, and cellular repair.
RBC Heavy Metals
PROVIDER INITIATED TEST - The RBC Heavy Metals Panel is a specialized blood test that evaluates intracellular levels of key trace minerals and metals using packed red blood cells (RBCs). RBC testing provides a longer-term view of mineral status compared to standard serum measurements, since these nutrients are stored and utilized inside cells.
This panel is commonly ordered for individuals with suspected mineral deficiencies, chronic fatigue, immune dysfunction, oxidative stress concerns, environmental exposure risk, or as part of functional medicine, wellness, and longevity-focused protocols.
The panel includes 4 tests:
Copper, Packed RBC:
Measures intracellular copper status, an essential trace mineral involved in energy production, connective tissue health, and antioxidant defense
Magnesium, Packed RBC:
Evaluates intracellular magnesium levels, important for muscle function, stress regulation, nerve signaling, and metabolic health
Selenium, Packed RBC:
Assesses selenium status, a critical nutrient for thyroid hormone metabolism, immune support, and antioxidant protection
Zinc, Packed RBC:
Measures intracellular zinc levels, essential for immune function, hormone balance, wound healing, and cellular repair.
