Duodenal Cytochrome b (DCYTB) in Iron Metabolism: An Update on Function and Regulation

Iron and ascorbate are vital cellular constituents in mammalian systems. The bulk-requirement for iron is during erythropoiesis leading to the generation of hemoglobin-containing erythrocytes. Additionally; both iron and ascorbate are required as co-factors in numerous metabolic reactions. Iron hom...

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Main Authors: Darius J. R. Lane, Dong-Hun Bae, Angelica M. Merlot, Sumit Sahni, Des R. Richardson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-03-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/7/4/2274