Molybdenum




 * an element of flavoenzymes ( xanthine oxidase – purine metabolism).


 * The estimated daily requirement (recommended dose cannot be determined) for adults is 50–100 μg.


 * Deficiency – methionine increases, uric acid decreases, low sulfates in urine; it does not occur from food - so far it has only been described after prolonged parenteral nutrition
 * Toxicity - slightly toxic.

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