Molybdenum Blood Test Collection Location:Pathology Collection Centre Measures pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP)

Measures pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP)

Low levels indicate metabolic acidosis

Used to assess ovarian reserve

Used to distinguish inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and help guide whether further investigation such as colonoscopy is warranted

antenatal care

Molybdenum Blood Test Collection Location:Pathology Collection Centre Measures pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP)The Molybdenum Blood Test measures this trace mineral, which acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in sulphite processing, purine breakdown, and drug metabolism. Deficiency is rare in people eating a normal diet but can occur with prolonged parenteral nutrition without trace mineral supplementation.