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Predictors of vitamin B6 and folate concentrations in older persons: the InCHIANTI study.
Clinical chemistry - 1 Jul 2006
Gori Anna Maria, Sofi Francesco, Corsi Anna Maria, Gazzini Alessandra, Sestini Ilaria, Lauretani Fulvio, Bandinelli Stefania, Gensini Gian Franco, Ferrucci Luigi, Abbate Rosanna
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BACKGROUND: Low dietary intake and low serum concentrations of vitamin B6 and/or folate are associated with increased risk of vascular events, possibly because of their association with inflammation, which plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases. METHODS: Using data from 1320 participants in the population-based InCHIANTI study (586 men and 734 women; median age, 69 years; range,...
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