Cu | Copper (trace element)

Copper as a trace element is important for the body's absorption of iron. This trace element is part of digestive enzymes, participates in nerve functions, and is also one of the antioxidants. Copper, together with vitamin C, is involved in the formation of elastin in connective tissue.

Decreased copper concentration in the blood can be associated with anemia, lower body temperature, possible bone damage, depigmentation of the skin/hair, and impaired elastin formation in the skin.

Increased copper concentration in the blood causes abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and may also lead to kidney and liver function impairment.

Recommendations:

• It is recommended to perform prophylactically once a year, and for disease diagnostics and treatment control, it is performed periodically according to the doctor's instructions.
• The test results can be influenced by medication and diet (consumption of dietary supplements).
• For the test, it is necessary to arrive fasting for 12 hours, and 2-3 days before the test, avoid supplements with copper and vitamin C.