Serum Copper, Zinc And Magnesium Levels in Children with Various Malignant Disorders
Abstract
Introduction: The minute amounts of several trace elements including copper, zinc and magnesium play some roles as essential constituents of various biological organs. The serum concentrations these elements are modified in some malignancies. The aim of this study is to investigate the copper, zinc and magnesium levels in the serum of children with various malignant disorders. Material and Methods: The serum levels of copper, zinc and magnesium were measured in 82 children with various malignant disorders and in 21 age-matched healty controls using an atomic absorbtion spectrophotometer. Results: The serum Cu, Zn and Mg concentrations were significantly higher than matched control values among patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) (p
Keywords
Copper, Zinc, Magnesium, Leukemia, Solid tumor, Copper/Zinc ratio
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