HeGRI: A Novel Index of Serum Hepcidin Suppression in Relation to the Degree of Renal Dysfunction among β-Thalassemia Major Patients
<b>Background:</b> The progressive renal function inadequacy results in altered hepcidin metabolism due to a shifting of its renal elimination, which consequently affects enteric iron absorption and iron stores’ availability. This study aimed to investigate and correlate renal function,...
Main Authors: | Burhan A. Zaman, Suzan O. Rasool, Nashwan M. R. Ibrahim, Deldar M. Abdulah |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-12-01
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Series: | Thalassemia Reports |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2039-4365/12/1/2 |
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