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Mineral screen

A private mineral screen taken by an experienced phlebotomist at our Widnes or Crewe clinic and analysed by an accredited pathology laboratory. This test measures 11 biomarkers, listed in full below.

Results turnaround
4 Days

From when your sample reaches the lab. Every test includes guaranteed 24-hour postage to the lab.

Sample type
1 Yellow SST : 1 Purple EDTA : 1 Dark Blue
Biomarkers measured
11 included

What this test measures

Every individual marker included in the mineral screen, grouped by laboratory panel.

Electrolytes & Minerals

  • Calcium

Iron Studies

  • Ferritin
  • Serum Iron

Vitamins & Nutrients

  • Blood Manganese
  • Chromium - Blood
  • Copper
  • Magnesium
  • Serum Folate (Vitamin B9)
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin D 25(OH)
  • Zinc

Before your appointment

Vitamin B12, Calcium, Chromium - Blood, Copper, Serum Iron, Ferritin, Serum Folate (Vitamin B9), Magnesium, Blood Manganese, Vitamin D 25(OH), Zinc

How your appointment works

  1. 1

    Book online and choose Widnes or Crewe — most people are seen within a few days.

  2. 2

    Arrive a few minutes early; your appointment usually takes 10–15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Your sample is labelled in front of you and posted to the laboratory the same day, with guaranteed 24-hour delivery.

  4. 4

    Your results arrive securely by email, typically 4 days from when the lab receives your sample.

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