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84255 Assay of selenium

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: selenium, serum selenium, trace mineral

Quantitative assay of serum selenium concentration, measuring this essential trace element for antioxidant function.

Clinical Context

Evaluates selenium deficiency (Keshan disease, Kashin-Beck disease) and toxic accumulation; essential for selenoprotein synthesis.

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Specialties

Clinical ChemistryToxicologyNutrition

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