Molybdenum deficiency
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Molybdenum deficiency refers to the clinical consequences of inadequate intake of molybdenum in the diet.
The amount of molybdenum required is relatively small, and molybdenum deficiency usually does not occur in natural settings.[1] However, it can occur in individuals receiving parenteral nutrition.[2][3]
Signs and symptoms
Descriptions of human molybdenum deficiency are few. A patient receiving prolonged
brain atrophy/lesions
; dislocated lenses; and death at an early age.
Diagnosis
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Treatment
300 mcg Ammonium Molybdate per day can bring about recovery of acquired molybdenum deficiency.[4]
See also
References
- ^ a b "Molybdenum". Linus Pauling Institute. Oregon State University. Retrieved 2008-11-29.
- PMID 8302261.
- ^ Johnson LE (October 2018). "Molybdenum: Mineral Deficiency and Toxicity". Merck Manual Professional. Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. Retrieved 2008-11-29.
- ^ "Ammonium molybdate Advanced Patient Information". Drugs.com. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
Further reading
- Nielsen FH (April 2003). "Trace Elements". In Caballero B, Finglas P, Toldra F (eds.). Encyclopedia of Food Sciences and Nutrition (Second ed.). Academic Press. pp. 5820–28. ISBN 978-0-12-227055-0.