Background: Desaturation and elongation are critical processes in endogenous metabolic
fatty acid pathways. Zinc (Zn) is a cofactor for desaturases and elongases enzymes. There is …

Nuts and seeds are an indispensable part of the plant-based diet, which is becoming
increasingly popular due to the evidence of their health benefits and contribution to …

Exposure to certain metals has been recognized as a risk factor for numerous complications
in vulnerable population groups, particularly pregnant women. This investigation evaluated …

Background As a consequence of the progressive decline in human semen quality in recent
decades, modern epidemiological investigations have identified several trace elements that …

Progressive industrialization in recent decades has contributed to the increase of metal
levels in the environment, which has a dangerous impact on human health, primarily …

Three centipede species (Clinopodes flavidus, Cryptops anomalans and Eupolybothrus
transsylvanicus) were used as bioindicators of trace metal and metalloid pollution in …

Background Although essential trace elements (ETEs) play pivotal roles in life-supporting
biochemical processes, their function in innate and adaptive immunity has not been fully …

Due to the recognized harmful effects of some trace elements on fetal development after
long-term exposures, it is first important to address their basic/physiological levels before …

Pheochromocytoma (PCC) is an unusual benign adrenal tumor with an unexamined status
of the elements. This study delivers the first insight into the levels of microelements (Mn, Co …

Sažetak Cilj istraživanja: Cilj istraživanja je ispitati vrijednosti koncentracija cinka u serumu,
urinu i kosi u populaciji istočne Hrvatske te dobivene koncentracije povezati s dobi, spolom …