Essential trace mineral for ceruloplasmin (copper transport), superoxide dismutase (antioxidant), cytochrome c oxidase (mitochondrial), lysyl oxidase (collagen crosslinking). Zinc supplementation >40mg/day depletes copper (competitive absorption). 1-2mg/day. Copper:zinc ratio of 1:8-15 is optimal. --- *Reviewed by the Dose AI Research Team and Clinical Advisory Board* *Last updated: 2026-04-06*
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