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Serum ferritin is a major determinant of lipid phenotype in familial combined hyperlipidemia and familial hypertriglyceridemia.
Metabolism: clinical and experimental - 1 Feb 2010
Mateo-Gallego Rocio, Calmarza Pilar, Jarauta Estibaliz, Burillo Elena, Cenarro Ana, Civeira Fernando
Abstract excerpt
Familial combined hyperlipidemia (FCH) and familial hypertriglyceridemia (FHTG) share pathogenic mechanisms and a high interaction with components of the metabolic syndrome. The metabolic syndrome associates increased serum ferritin concentration and high cardiovascular risk. The objective was to describe the frequency of iron overload and the relationship between serum ferritin and the phenotype in patients with...
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