The role of hepcidin in iron metabolism in athletes

Hepcidin is a peptide that was discovered in 2000, it is synthesized in the liver and it goes into circulation. There are three forms of hepcidin, hepcidin-25, hepcidin-22 and hepcidin-20. The first form is the most studied and its role is the most significant. Hepcidin-25 is considered to be a majo...

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Main Authors: Bajić Zorislava, Ponorac Nenad, Matavulj Amela
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Belgrade, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education 2019-01-01
Series:Fizička Kultura
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Online Access:https://scindeks-clanci.ceon.rs/data/pdf/0350-3828/2019/0350-38281902206X.pdf