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Polymorphisms in the sodium-dependent ascorbate transporter gene SLC23A1 are associated with susceptibility to Crohn disease.
The American journal of clinical nutrition - 1 Feb 2014
Amir Shaghaghi Mandana, Bernstein Charles N, Serrano León Alejandra, El-Gabalawy Hani, Eck Peter
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Crohn disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are 2 common inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) associated with intestinal inflammation and tissue damage. Oxidative stress is suggested to play a major role in the initiation and progression of IBD. Vitamin C (ascorbate, ascorbic acid) supplementation has reduced oxidative stress in persons with IBD. The role of ascorbate transporters in IBD remains to...
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