Ace Inhibitor Potassium & Zinc Deficiency Test

Nutrient Deficiency Test Panel for ACE Inhibitor Patients

ACE inhibitors may make it difficult for your body to get the nutrients it needs. Measure the levels of 2 nutrients in your blood that research has shown can be affected by ACE inhibitors. Read more

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Sample type:

Blood

Preparation:

Fasting (not eating or drinking anything except water) for 10-12 hours is required. If you are taking supplements or medications, check with your healthcare provider to see whether you should take them before the test. Avoiding supplements containing the nutrients being tested for 24 hours prior to collection is preferred.

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About the Test

The Nutrient Deficiency Panel for ACE Inhibitor Patients measures the levels of the following 2 nutrients in your blood: potassium and zinc.

Identifying and addressing nutrient deficiencies are important steps toward better health. Your body does not produce most vitamins and minerals, so you must get them from food or supplements. How nutrients work in your body is influenced by more than just what you eat. These factors include genetics, age, health conditions, medications, metabolism, and how well your body absorbs nutrients.

ACE inhibitors may make it difficult to get the nutrients your body needs. Having these nutrients tested helps you and your doctor decide if you need to supplement them with additional vitamins or minerals.

This test may be right for you if you are on a physician-prescribed ACE inhibitor and are concerned about not getting certain nutrients or are experiencing symptoms that suggest a nutrient deficiency.

This test panel gives you and your healthcare provider information about whether you are deficient in potassium and zinc.

This test panel measures the level of 2 nutrients in your blood: potassium and zinc.

The Potassium Test measures the amount of potassium in your blood. Potassium is an electrolyte that is also one of the body's most important minerals. It helps to regulate water balance, blood pressure, and heart rate. Potassium is also necessary for muscle contraction and nerve function. The relationship between potassium and sodium is essential for proper body function, as their levels need to be balanced for the body to carry out normal functions. Too little potassium may cause muscle cramping, muscle weakness, fatigue, irregular heartbeat, constipation, numbness or tingling, or excessive thirst.

The Zinc Test measures the level of zinc in your blood. Zinc is an essential trace mineral, needed in small amounts, to help activate over 300 enzymes in your body. Zinc helps to build and protect DNA, grow cells, heal wounds, build proteins, and strengthen your immune system. It can help reduce oxidative stress (when free radicals outnumber antioxidants), inflammation, and the risk of infection. Zinc is especially important during times when the body is changing quickly, such as during childhood or pregnancy. Too little zinc may cause weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. It may also cause skin changes, vision problems, slow wound healing, irritability, hair loss, and frequent infections.

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FAQs

Will everyone who takes ACE inhibitors be nutrient deficient?

No. Absorption rates of nutrients vary from person to person. It's important to get tested so you know which nutrients you're not getting enough of. Then, you can talk with your doctor about what supplements, if any, to take.

Would taking supplements be helpful if I’m on ACE inhibitors?

If your body is not absorbing certain nutrients properly, your doctor may suggest you consider taking a supplement for that nutrient.

While it is unlikely to get too much of a nutrient if you are taking a supplement, getting too much, known as toxicity, is possible. It's recommended to confirm a deficiency through testing and talk with your doctor prior to taking supplements.

What are antioxidants?

Antioxidants are substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by oxidative stress. They interact with toxins called free radicals, to minimize their damage. Antioxidants can help prevent diseases like cancer and reduce your risk of heart disease.

What are enzymes and coenzymes?

An enzyme is a protein that helps to start, or speed up, a reaction in the body. A coenzyme is a non-protein molecule that helps an enzyme to perform that reaction.

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Our references

Samaras D., Samaras N., Lang P.-O., Genton L., Frangos E., Pichard C. Effects of widely used drugs on micronutrients: A story rarely told. Nutrition. 2013;29:605–610. doi: 10.1016/j.nut.2012.11.011.
Raebel M.A. Hyperkalemia associated with use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers. Cardiovasc. Ther. 2012;30:e156–e166. doi: 10.1111/j.1755-5922.2010.00258.x.

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Nutrient Deficiency Test Panel for ACE Inhibitor Patients