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Copper-containing enzymes are able to oxidize ferrous iron (Fe++) to ferric iron (Fe3+). This enables the iron to be loaded onto its transport protein, transferrin. Transferrin can transport iron to the bone marrow for red blood cell formation. Iron transportation is impaired in copper deficiency.

COPPER AND NEUROTRANSMITTERS

Acopper-containing enzyme converts the neurotransmitter dopamine to the neurotransmitter norepinephrine. Copper-dependant enzymes are also involved in the metabolism of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that is well-known for influencing mood.

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