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Zinc Cofactor

Meaning

Zinc cofactor refers to the indispensable role of the essential trace mineral zinc as a necessary structural and catalytic component for the function of over 300 metalloenzymes across all major metabolic pathways. It is a critical element for protein structure, gene expression via zinc finger proteins, and numerous hormonal signaling cascades. Optimal zinc status is fundamental for systemic health and endocrine equilibrium.