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Effect of ferroportin Q248H polymorphism on iron status in African children.
The American journal of clinical nutrition - 1 Nov 2005
Kasvosve Ishmael, Gomo Zvenyika A R, Nathoo Kusum J, Matibe Petronella, Mudenge Boniface, Loyevsky Mark, Gordeuk Victor R
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Iron deficiency is common in African children, but genetic variations affecting susceptibility have not been identified. The Q248H mutation in ferroportin, a cellular iron exporter regulated by iron status and inflammation, may be associated with high iron stores in African adults. OB...
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