Lab
Chromium (blood)
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Chromium (blood)
Checking blood chromium levels can help assess whether there is a deficiency in this essential mineral, which plays a key role in regulating blood sugar and insulin sensitivity. Low chromium levels have been linked to insulin resistance, weight gain, and difficulty managing blood sugar.
Recommendation Required
This lab is only available with a recommendation from a Root clinician. Schedule a virtual visit to get started.
What to Expect
Note: refrain from taking mineral supplements and multivitamins three days before specimen collection
Root labs are drawn at Quest Labs available nationwide. Fasting is required for most labs. Please check for a location near you before purchasing.
Root labs are drawn at Quest Labs available nationwide. Fasting is required for most labs. Please check for a location near you before purchasing.
Details
Biomarker(s) tested:
Chromium, blood
Chromium, blood
Results
The turnaround time for results and Root doctor insights is typically 3–4 weeks post-draw. Once ready, the Root team will upload them to your personal Root dashboard and alert you for viewing.
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