Comparison between preterm and full term neonatal cord selenium in correlation to maternal serum selenium levels

ConclusionThis study indicated that cord Se concentration was different in term and preterm neonates being higher in full terms, so we recommend selenium supplementation to preterm neonates and their mothers to avoid sequelae of selenium deficiency on their health and to reach the levels obtained in full term neonates.
Source: Egyptian Pediatric Association Gazette - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research