Chromium

What is the Chromium blood test? Chromium is a mineral that the body uses in small doses for typical body functions, like digesting food. It also helps to move glucose into cells to use energy, as well as to turn carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into energy. This blood test is used to determine chromium values. This Hexavalent chromium, also known as metallic chromium, is commonly used in the production of steel and other industrial products. Chronic exposure to chromium metallic can cause serious problems.