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Nominal intake of selenium μg/per day (Vinceti et al. 2001)
| Age | Male (μg) | Female (μg) | Pregnancy (μg) | Lactation (μg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birth–6 months | 15 | 15 | – | – |
| 7–12 months | 20 | 20 | – | – |
| 1–3 years | 20 | 20 | – | – |
| 4–8 years | 30 | 30 | – | – |
| 9–13 years | 40 | 40 | – | – |
| 14–18 years | 55 | 55 | 60 | 70 |
| 19–50 years | 55 | 55 | 60 | 70 |
| 51 + years | 55 | 55 | – | – |
