Copper is an essential element that is a cofactor of many enzymes. Copper metabolism is disturbed in Wilson#s disease, Menkes disease, primary biliary cirrhosis, and Indian childhood cirrhosis. Copper concentrations increase in acute phase reactions and during the third trimester of pregnancy. Copper concentrations are decreased with nephrosis, malabsorption, and malnutrition. Copper concentrations are also useful to monitor patients, especially preterm newborns, on nutritional supplementation. Results of copper are often interpreted together with ceruloplasmin.
Alternative Names(s): Cu, Plasma ; Cu, Serum.
A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Copper, Serum or Plasma
No fasting required.
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
The Serum Copper test is, along with serum ceruloplasmin, is used to test for Wilson disease and more frequently used to monitor nutrition, especially when copper deficiency is indicated.
A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Copper, Plasma or Copper, Serum.
No fasting required.
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
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