Erythroferrone and hepcidin levels in children with iron deficiency anemia
Abstract Background Iron deficiency anemia remains a significant public health issue in developing countries. The regulation of iron metabolism is primarily controlled by hepcidin, a key regulatory protein. During erythropoiesis, erythroferrone (ERFE), a hormone produced by erythroblasts in response...
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Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-04-01
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Series: | BMC Pediatrics |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-024-04594-5 |