Use

Molybdenum is an essential trace element found in the daily diet. It is a cofactor for enzymes important in nitrogen metabolism. Molybdenum deficiency is rare due to its wide distribution in the environment but can occur with parenteral nutrition deficiency. Monitoring molybdenum levels is crucial for patients receiving parenteral nutrition, have metallic prosthetic implants, or suffer from molybdenum cofactor deficiency. Elevated levels may indicate molybdenum toxicity or increased metallic prosthesis wear.