Prevalence and risk factors for vitamin D insufficiency in 6-12-month-old infants: a cross-sectional study in Southern Thailand

Prevalence and risk factors for vitamin D insufficiency in 6-12-month-old infants: a cross-sectional study in Southern Thailand

Abstract Background Vitamin D is an essential micronutrient for bone mineralization and bone growth in children. There have been few studies to date of vitamin D status in infants aged 6–12 months in Southeast Asian countries. Aim To examine the prevalence of vitamin D insufficiency (VDI, including...

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Main Authors: Staporn Kasemsripitak, Somchit Jaruratanasirikul, Sasivara Boonrusmee, Tansit Saengkaew, Hutcha Sriplung
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-12-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Infancy
Sunlight exposure
Vitamin D insufficiency
Vitamin D status
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-022-03797-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-022-03797-y

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