Prion protein on human leukocytes is reduced in iron deficiency - possible implications for age-related macular degeneration?

CONCLUSION: Our findings suggest a connection between the physiological function of the prion protein and iron metabolism in humans.
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Source: Current Eye Research - December 14, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Lindner E, Woltsche N, Merle D, Steinwender G, Strohmaier H, Nairz M, Ivastinovic D Tags: Curr Eye Res Source Type: research