Nutrients
Zinc:Copper Ratio
Unit: ratioID: N007
What This Test Measures
Balance of zinc to copper; immune and hormonal health
Conventional vs. Functional Optimal Range
Conventional "Normal"
0.7-1.0 ratioYour doctor says you're "fine" anywhere in this range
Functional Optimal
0.8-1.2 ratioThis is where you actually feel great
The gap between these ranges is why you feel terrible with "normal" labs. Conventional medicine waits for disease. Functional medicine optimizes for health.
Gabriel's Take
Ideal Zn:Cu ratio is 0.8-1.2. Low ratio (<0.7) = copper excess → anxiety, estrogen dominance, inflammation. High ratio (>1.5) = possible copper deficiency. Gabriel targets the ratio, not just individual values. Common issue: birth control pills raise copper and lower zinc.
When This Test Is High
Low ratio: copper excess, estrogen dominance, inflammation
When This Test Is Low
High ratio: rare, possible copper deficiency
Related Conditions
Estrogen dominance, anxiety (low ratio); Immune issues (imbalance)
Recommended Follow-Up
Optimize both zinc and copper to achieve ratio 0.8-1.2