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Copper (Cu)
- Target
- Cu
- Molecular classification
- Element, Metal, Trace element
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Overview
Copper is a chemical element with the symbol Cu and atomic number 29. It is a soft, malleable, and ductile metal with a distinctive red-orange metallic luster. Copper is an essential trace element for all living organisms, playing a crucial role in various enzymatic processes. Both copper deficiency and excess can lead to significant health problems.
- Other names
- CuprumElement 29
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Mechanism of action
Copper is essential for the function of many enzymes. Chelating agents bind to copper, reducing its bioavailability and leading to excretion.
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Biological functions
Enzyme cofactorElectron transferRedox reactions
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Disease associations
Menkes disease (copper deficiency)Wilson's disease (copper overload)Neurodegenerative diseasesAnemia
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Safety considerations
Copper toxicity (nausea, vomiting, liver damage)Copper deficiency (anemia, neurological problems)Drug interactions with copper chelators
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Interacting drugs
Penicillamine (chelating agent)
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Biomarkers
Serum copper levelsCeruloplasmin levelsUrine copper levelsLiver copper concentration
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