Copper
(cu)

Sample type:

(Serum,urine)

Uses:

It is used to help diagnose Wilson disease, a rare inherited disorder that can lead to excess storage of copper in the liver, brain, and other organs.

Anemia.

A low level of a type of white blood cells called neutrophils (neutropenia)

Osteoporosis.

Paleness.

Hair with less pigment than normal.

Precautions:

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Avoid release to the environment.

Interfering factors:

Copper deficiency can result from excessive zinc intake.

Preanalytical errors.

Missing sample and/or test request.

Missing identification.

Corrective action.

Not missing sample and /or test request

Correct identification for the sample

Postanalytical errors.

Improper entry of data.

Corrective action

Proper entry of data.

Reference range

85 to 180 (mcg/dL) in blood

20–50 μg per 24 hours in urine