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This test measures the amount of selenium in your blood. Book Selenium in Uttam Nagar, Delhi at GetVisit, NABL labs in Uttam Nagar and Janakpuri, home collection, same-day results and cashless OPD.
Centre VisitSAMPLE TYPE
Blood
FASTING REQUIRED
No
GENDER
Male/Female
GET REPORTS IN
24 hours
TEST INCLUDED
1
What is a Selenium Test in Delhi ?
What is Selenium?
This test measures the amount of selenium in your blood. Selenium is a trace mineral the body needs in small amounts. It is particularly relevant in India, where hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroid disease are among the most prevalent endocrine disorders , especially in women aged 25 to 50.
What does Selenium measure?
It helps protect cells from damage and supports the immune system. It also plays a role in thyroid hormone production and overall metabolism. Doctors use the test to check for deficiency when symptoms like fatigue, muscle weakness, or hair loss appear. They also use it to monitor people taking supplements, those with malabsorption or after stomach surgery, and to detect toxicity if intake is very high.
What symptoms suggest Selenium may be needed?
A doctor may recommend Selenium when a patient reports unexplained weight gain or loss, persistent fatigue, hair thinning or diffuse hair loss, cold or heat intolerance, constipation or frequent loose stools, low mood or anxiety, palpitations, and irregular or heavy menstrual periods. If you have these symptoms, GetVisit offers booking and home collection across Shahdara, Saket, and other parts of Delhi.
How is Selenium performed?
GetVisit home collection in Shahdara or Saket, Delhi: a certified phlebotomist arrives at your address at your chosen slot (available from 6:00 AM), brings all sterile single-use equipment, draws the sample, and dispatches it to the NABL-accredited lab. Your digital report is delivered to your GetVisit profile the same day for most standard blood tests.
How accurate is Selenium?
Results are analytically reliable because GetVisit's Delhi logistics network maintains proper cold-chain transport from your Shahdara or Saket collection point to the processing lab, preserving sample integrity. NABL independently audits quality control at regular intervals.
Are there any risks to Selenium?
Beyond a brief pinch, Selenium carries almost no risk. Keep the arm relaxed during the draw, press gently on the site afterwards, and avoid heavy lifting with that arm for about an hour.
Did you know?
Selenium is a trace mineral essential for antioxidant defense (component of glutathione peroxidases), thyroid hormone metabolism (iodothyronine deiodinases), immune function, DNA synthesis and reproductive health.
Selenium Test Preparation in Delhi
Fasting and diet:
There is no need to skip food or drink for this test. Staying well hydrated beforehand simply makes the sample easier to collect.
What to bring:
Bring your doctor's prescription, a valid photo ID, and your insurance card if you're using cashless OPD. Loose sleeves make collection easier.
Medication:
If you take levothyroxine, give the sample first and take your dose afterwards, since taking it earlier can briefly raise free T4 and give a misleadingly low TSH.
Timing and slots:
Book whenever is convenient; for fasting or hormone tests an early-morning slot is ideal. GetVisit covers Punjabi Bagh, Rajouri Garden, and all of Delhi.
Selenium Test Parameters in Delhi
Single standalone test:
Selenium. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.
Why Take a Selenium Test in Delhi ?
When does a doctor order Selenium?
Selenium is often ordered as part of a trace element or micronutrient panel. Doctors may request it when a person has unexplained fatigue, muscle weakness, hair loss, or thyroid problems.
Who should get Selenium done in Delhi?
Thyroid disorders are prevalent in Delhi's urban population. Adults above 30 in Delhi benefit from periodic health screening that includes Selenium as part of a broader preventive panel. Residents of Rohini, Karol Bagh, and across the city with chronic conditions, those on long-term medication, and individuals with a relevant family history should test at the frequency their specialist recommends.
What conditions can Selenium help diagnose?
It helps diagnose deficiency and can detect excess from high-dose supplements. Low or high results can stem from poor diet, malabsorption, certain medical treatments, or supplement use. A family history of thyroid or metabolic disease may make testing more important.
What do Selenium results mean?
TSH above 4.0 mIU/L with low free T4: hypothyroidism , levothyroxine replacement is started and TSH rechecked every 6–8 weeks until stable. TSH below 0.4 mIU/L with high free T3/T4: hyperthyroidism , requires antibody tests and thyroid scan. Elevated anti-TPO with normal TSH: autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimoto's) , monitor annually as this often progresses to hypothyroidism over years.
How often should Selenium be repeated?
Adults with a normal result and no symptoms: every 2 to 3 years, or annually after age 35. Patients on levothyroxine: every 6 to 8 weeks after a dose change, then every 6 to 12 months once stable. Pregnant women and those planning pregnancy: as directed, since thyroid targets are tighter in pregnancy.
What happens after Selenium results are ready?
Book a follow-up consultation after reviewing your results. GetVisit stores your reports alongside your previous test history, so your doctor sees your full health trend, not just today's snapshot. This longitudinal context significantly improves the clinical value of each repeat test.
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Digital report was convenient and I shared it directly with my specialist. Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Punjabi Bagh. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.
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Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Kirti Nagar. The prick was barely noticeable. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The collection centre was clean, well-lit, and properly organised. My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Will book through GetVisit next time without a second thought.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. Delhi traffic is brutal so finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Dwarka. Simple blood draw, over in under two minutes. Digital report was convenient and I shared it directly with my specialist. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.
Unexplained weight gain and fatigue led my doctor straight to a thyroid check. Used GetVisit for the first time and the booking was genuinely straightforward near Lajpat Nagar Metro. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. Reports came on WhatsApp and email well within the promised time. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.
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Getting my thyroid monitored every six months on doctor's advice. Waiting area was tidy and the staff were calm and professional. Got the digital report faster than expected. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.
The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Dwarka. Quick blood test, nothing to stress about. Arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Impressed with the service. Will keep using it.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The team followed proper protocols throughout. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.
Digital report was convenient and I shared it directly with my specialist. Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Punjabi Bagh. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.
Unexplained weight gain and fatigue led my doctor straight to a thyroid check. Report was delivered digitally and I saved it straight to my phone. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in Model Town. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. Already recommended this to three people in my RWA.
Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Kirti Nagar. The prick was barely noticeable. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The collection centre was clean, well-lit, and properly organised. My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Will book through GetVisit next time without a second thought.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. Delhi traffic is brutal so finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Dwarka. Simple blood draw, over in under two minutes. Digital report was convenient and I shared it directly with my specialist. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.
Unexplained weight gain and fatigue led my doctor straight to a thyroid check. Used GetVisit for the first time and the booking was genuinely straightforward near Lajpat Nagar Metro. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. Reports came on WhatsApp and email well within the promised time. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. Booked a 7 AM slot before my Metro commute in Rajouri Garden. In and out in fifteen minutes. Simple blood draw, over in under two minutes. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. GetVisit has made health check-ups genuinely convenient in this city.
Getting my thyroid monitored every six months on doctor's advice. Waiting area was tidy and the staff were calm and professional. Got the digital report faster than expected. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.
The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Dwarka. Quick blood test, nothing to stress about. Arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Impressed with the service. Will keep using it.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The team followed proper protocols throughout. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.
Digital report was convenient and I shared it directly with my specialist. Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Punjabi Bagh. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.
Unexplained weight gain and fatigue led my doctor straight to a thyroid check. Report was delivered digitally and I saved it straight to my phone. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in Model Town. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. Already recommended this to three people in my RWA.
Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Kirti Nagar. The prick was barely noticeable. The technician was gentle and my elderly father had no issues. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. The collection centre was clean, well-lit, and properly organised. My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. Will book through GetVisit next time without a second thought.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. Delhi traffic is brutal so finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Dwarka. Simple blood draw, over in under two minutes. Digital report was convenient and I shared it directly with my specialist. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.
Unexplained weight gain and fatigue led my doctor straight to a thyroid check. Used GetVisit for the first time and the booking was genuinely straightforward near Lajpat Nagar Metro. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. Reports came on WhatsApp and email well within the promised time. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.
Thyroid disorders run in my family so I stay proactive. Booked a 7 AM slot before my Metro commute in Rajouri Garden. In and out in fifteen minutes. Simple blood draw, over in under two minutes. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. GetVisit has made health check-ups genuinely convenient in this city.
Getting my thyroid monitored every six months on doctor's advice. Waiting area was tidy and the staff were calm and professional. Got the digital report faster than expected. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.
The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Dwarka. Quick blood test, nothing to stress about. Arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Impressed with the service. Will keep using it.