What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're experiencing unexplained fatigue, weakness, or persistent health issues that don't seem to have a clear cause. It helps identify nutritional imbalances and absorption problems that could be affecting your energy levels, immune function, and overall health. Many people use this test when they suspect something is off with their nutrition or metabolism but want concrete answers about their copper status.

What's included in this test?

This test measures your serum or plasma copper levels, which are essential for numerous enzyme functions throughout your body. Copper plays a critical role in energy production, iron absorption, immune function, and maintaining healthy connective tissue. Abnormal levels can indicate nutritional deficiencies, absorption problems, or certain metabolic conditions that may be causing your symptoms.

What happens after I get my results?

You'll receive detailed doctor notes in simple language explaining what your copper levels mean for your energy, nutrition, and overall health. These notes include personalized recommendations like dietary adjustments, supplement suggestions, or whether you should consider further testing for absorption issues. You'll also get the standard lab report and can track your copper levels over time using our trends feature to see how your nutritional interventions are working.

Who should consider getting this test?

This test is valuable for anyone experiencing unexplained fatigue or weakness that hasn't responded to typical treatments. It's especially important for people with known liver conditions, malabsorption issues, malnutrition concerns, pregnant women in their third trimester, or infants on nutritional supplementation. Those with family history of Wilson's disease or Menkes disease may also benefit from testing.

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

Common symptoms that suggest copper imbalance include persistent fatigue, weakness, frequent infections (low immune function), anemia that doesn't improve with iron, unexplained neurological symptoms, or skin and connective tissue problems. If you have chronic digestive issues affecting nutrient absorption or liver-related symptoms, testing your copper levels can provide important insights.

How can I naturally support healthy copper levels?

Maintaining balanced copper levels starts with eating copper-rich foods like shellfish, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, and dark leafy greens. Avoid excessive zinc supplementation, as too much zinc can interfere with copper absorption. Supporting gut health through probiotics and addressing any digestive issues can improve nutrient absorption overall. If levels are high, reducing copper-rich foods and checking your drinking water for copper pipes may help.

What is copper and why does it matter?

Copper is an essential trace mineral that acts as a helper for many enzymes in your body. It's crucial for forming red blood cells, maintaining healthy bones and blood vessels, supporting immune function, and helping your body absorb and use iron. Your body can't make copper on its own, so you need to get it from food, and maintaining the right balance is important for overall health.

What does high copper mean?

High copper levels can occur during pregnancy (especially third trimester), acute infections or inflammation, or with certain liver conditions like primary biliary cirrhosis. In rare cases, elevated copper may indicate Wilson's disease, a genetic condition where copper builds up in organs. Your doctor will consider your symptoms and may recommend additional testing like ceruloplasmin levels to understand the cause.

What does low copper mean?

Low copper levels typically indicate nutritional deficiency, malabsorption problems (like celiac disease or chronic diarrhea), or malnutrition. It can also occur in people with kidney disease who lose protein in their urine or in rare genetic conditions like Menkes disease. Low copper can contribute to anemia, weakened immunity, and bone problems if not addressed.

How often should I retest my copper levels?

If you're being treated for copper deficiency or monitoring a known condition, your doctor will likely recommend retesting every 3-6 months until levels stabilize. For those supplementing due to deficiency, testing after 8-12 weeks can show if your approach is working. If your initial results are normal but symptoms persist, discuss with your doctor whether retesting or exploring other causes makes sense.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

In the test options, find the test you want. If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option. Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Copper Blood Test - Fatigue & Nutrient Balance

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

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