Potential diagnostic marker for zinc status offers insights into the effects of zinc deficiency
Thursday, August 29, 2013 - 10:30
in Health & Medicine
According to new research, a drop in blood zinc levels does not directly harm the blood vessel cells. Rather, zinc regulates the production of a small molecular compound, which circulates in the blood, causing harmful blood vessel cell effects. Additionally, not only will having adequate amounts of zinc prevent the creation of this compound, but it can protect you when the compound is circulating in your blood.