Alterations in serum levels of copper, zinc, and selenium among children with sickle cell anemia

Conclusion: Decreased blood levels of antioxidant trace elements may contribute to the pathophysiology in SCA by promoting oxidative stress. The monitoring of trace element levels in SCA appears to be vital for decreasing morbidity associated with the disorder. PMID: 31648429 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences - Category: General Medicine Tags: Turk J Med Sci Source Type: research