Zinc in Infection and Inflammation
Micronutrient homeostasis is a key factor in maintaining a healthy immune system. Zinc is an essential micronutrient that is involved in the regulation of the innate and adaptive immune responses. The main cause of zinc deficiency is malnutrition. Zinc deficiency leads to cell-mediated immune dysfun...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-06-01
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| Series: | Nutrients |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/9/6/624 |