Hair Selenium Analysis | Lahalak Medical Platform
Accurate long-term mineral status assessment. Hair analysis provides a clear picture of your average Selenium intake over past months, helping evaluate your nutritional status more stably and accurately.
Scientific name: Hair Selenium Level Test
This analysis measures the concentration of selenium (Se) in a hair sample. Hair is a biological storage tissue, where minerals and elements accumulate slowly as it grows (approximately 1 cm per month). The selenium level in hair reflects medium-term exposure and dietary intake (previous 2–3 months) and is a more stable indicator of overall health...
Service type
Laboratory test (Hair)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to measure the selenium concentration in a specially prepared hair sample
- Consult a nutritionist or preventive medicine specialist specializing in minerals to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Collect a hair sample from the back of the head (occipital) as close as possible to the scalp (first 3-4 cm from the roots).
- Use clean stainless steel scissors to cut the sample.
- Avoid using a medicated shampoo or conditioner for several days before collecting the sample, and wash your hair with a regular mineral-free shampoo if possible.
- Report to the laboratory any chemical treatments for the testicles during the past three months.
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