Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency: The Name for Molybdenum Deficiency in Humans
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Molybdenum deficiency in healthy humans is extremely rare, with documented cases almost exclusively tied to a rare genetic disorder known as Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency (MoCD). This inherited metabolic disease prevents the body from utilizing the trace mineral, leading to severe and often fatal consequences shortly after birth.
