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
Consult your provider
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)