The effects of zinc deficiency on homeostasis of twelve minerals and trace elements in the serum, feces, urine and liver of rats

Abstract Background Zinc deficiency can change the concentrations of minerals and trace elements in the body. However, previous studies still had many limitations. Objective To reveal the effects of zinc deficiency on homeostasis of 16 minerals and trace elements. Methods Forty-five rats were divide...

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Main Authors: Qingli Yu, Xiaohan Sun, Jiali Zhao, Lan Zhao, Yanfeng Chen, Lina Fan, Zixiang Li, Yongzhi Sun, Maoqing Wang, Fan Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-10-01
Series:Nutrition & Metabolism
Subjects:
Rat
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12986-019-0395-y