SERUM ZINC LEVEL
\sˈɛɹəm zˈɪŋk lˈɛvə͡l], \sˈɛɹəm zˈɪŋk lˈɛvəl], \s_ˈɛ_ɹ_ə_m z_ˈɪ_ŋ_k l_ˈɛ_v_əl]\
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A metallic trace element that has the atomic symbol Zn, atomic number 30, and atomic weight 65.38. It is necessary in the diet, forms an essential part of many enzymes, and plays an important role in protein synthesis and in cell division. Zinc deficiency is associated with anemia, short stature, hypogonadism, impaired wound healing, and geophagia. (From Dorland, 27th ed)
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