Minerals

Copper Blood Test

Copper is essential for many enzymatic processes. Monitoring helps ensure balanced mineral levels and supports preventive health management.

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Copper: what this test measures

This test measures the total copper level in your blood serum. It helps evaluate copper metabolism and is often performed alongside ceruloplasmin testing.

Copper: why this value matters

Copper is essential for numerous bodily functions. Both deficiency and excess can be harmful. Abnormal levels may be associated with nutritional deficiencies, liver conditions, or genetic disorders. Consult your healthcare provider for advice.

Copper: when is testing worthwhile?

Testing may be recommended if you show signs of copper deficiency or excess, have unexplained anaemia, neurological symptoms, or are being evaluated for Wilson's disease or liver conditions.

Copper: symptoms of a high or low value

Low Levels

Symptoms of low copper may include anaemia, bone abnormalities, frequent infections, fatigue, and neurological issues such as numbness or difficulty walking.

High Levels

Excess copper may cause nausea, abdominal pain, liver damage, and neurological symptoms. Chronically elevated copper may be associated with liver disease and requires medical evaluation.

Copper: what to do about an abnormal value

Male

If Low

Low copper may cause anaemia. Consider dietary adjustment.

If High

High copper may indicate Wilson's disease. Consider liver function testing.

Female

If Low

Low copper may cause anaemia. Consider dietary adjustment.

If High

High copper may be elevated due to oral contraceptives or pregnancy.

Copper: lifestyle and this value

Include copper-rich foods such as shellfish, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and dark chocolate in your diet. Avoid excessive zinc supplementation, as it can interfere with copper absorption.

Copper: frequently asked questions

Can zinc supplements lower copper levels?

Yes, high-dose zinc supplementation can compete with copper absorption and may lead to copper deficiency over time. Discuss supplementation with your healthcare provider.

What foods contain copper?

Good sources include shellfish, liver, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and dark chocolate. A balanced diet typically provides adequate copper.

How is copper deficiency treated?

Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may involve dietary changes or supplementation. Your healthcare provider can determine the best approach for your situation.

Test Products

This marker is included in the following test panels.

Whoop

Whoop Metabolic Health

A 51-biomarker metabolic panel inspired by the WHOOP Metabolic Health Panel — blood sugar regulation, insulin, thyroid, liver and the mineral cofactors behind your metabolism.

Complete Blood Count (CBC) Leukocyte Differential ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase) ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase) AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase) Albumin Total Protein Bilirubin (Total) ApoB (Apolipoprotein B) Total Cholesterol LDL Cholesterol HDL Cholesterol Triglycerides Lipoprotein(a) Urea (BUN) Creatinine eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate) Calcium Bicarbonate Chloride Sodium Potassium Magnesium Cortisol DHEA-S Estradiol (E2) FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) LH (Luteinizing Hormone) SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin) Total Testosterone Free Testosterone TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Glucose (Fasting) HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin) Insulin (Fasting) HOMA-IR CRP (C-Reactive Protein) Homocysteine Ferritin Iron (Serum) Transferrin Transferrin Saturation Vitamin D (25-OH) Leptin Zinc Selenium Iodine Copper Free T3 (Triiodothyronine) Free T4 (Thyroxine) GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)

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