The Hepcidin-25/Ferritin Ratio Is Increased in University Rugby Players with Lower Fat Mass
Hepcidin-25 is suggested as a surrogate iron status marker in athletes who show exercise-induced anemia; however, the implications of hepcidin concentration in this population remain poorly understood. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between hepcidin and body fat levels in rugby foo...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-08-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/9/2993 |