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Copper (Cu) |
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Copper is utilized in various oxidation-reduction enzyme systems and is a component of hemocyanin for oxygen transport in shrimp. Sources of copper include dried distillers solubles, fish solubles, krill meal and yeast. Copper may be supplemented by cupric sulfate and cupric chloride. Recommended level for copper in commercial feeds in 35 ppm (Akiyama et al., 1992). | |