Molybdenum

ToxicologyAlso known as: Molybdenum 24h Ur-mCncAlso known as: Molybdenum 24h Ur-mRateAlso known as: Molybdenum 24h Ur-sRateug/L

Measures molybdenum concentration within red blood cells.

Normal Range

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ug/L

Abnormal Levels

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Specimen Type

Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Molybdenum is critical for enzyme function and detoxification. Abnormal levels can indicate nutritional deficiency or toxicity, which may contribute to metabolic dysfunction or health symptoms.

Overview

Molybdenum is an essential trace mineral required for several enzymes that support detoxification, metabolism, and cellular function. This test measures molybdenum levels within red blood cells, providing insight into your body's molybdenum status. Deficiency is rare but can impair enzyme function and cause neurological symptoms. Toxicity from excess molybdenum is also uncommon. This test may be ordered if you have unexplained metabolic issues, joint pain, or suspected nutritional deficiencies.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

25481-3Primary

Molybdenum [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma

nmol/L

27343-3

Molybdenum [Mass/mass] in Red Blood Cells

ug/g{Hb}

5699-4

Molybdenum [Mass/volume] in Urine

ug/L

5696-0

Molybdenum [Mass/volume] in Blood

ug/L

5698-6

Molybdenum [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma

ng/mL

50881-2

Molybdenum [Moles/mass] in Hair

nmol/g

50882-0

Molybdenum [Moles/volume] in Urine

umol/L

50883-8

Molybdenum [Moles/volume] in Red Blood Cells

nmol/L

50884-6

Molybdenum [Moles/time] in 24 hour Urine

umol/(24.h)

51199-8

Molybdenum [Mass/volume] in Body fluid

ug/L

55555-7

Molybdenum [Moles/volume] in Blood

nmol/L

5697-8

Molybdenum [Mass/mass] in Hair

ug/g

60101-3

Molybdenum [Mass/mass] in Nail

ug/g

20886-8

Molybdenum [Mass/volume] in Specimen

ug/L

87466-9

Molybdenum [Mass/mass] in Specimen

mg/kg; [ppm]

20887-6

Molybdenum [Mass/mass] in Tissue

ug/g

20888-4

Molybdenum [Mass/mass] in Feed

ug/g

29974-3

Molybdenum [Mass/volume] in 24 hour Urine

ug/L

29975-0

Molybdenum [Mass/time] in 24 hour Urine

ug/(24.h)

Available Lab Tests

Order tests that measure this biomarker

Molybdenum, Blood

$105.88

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Molybdenum Serum Plasma Test

$133.54