The role of zinc in health and disease: relevance to child health in developing countries
Bhutta, Z.A.
Jpma. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association 47(2): 68-73
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0030-9982 PMID: 9071865 Document Number: 483437
This review focuses on the biological effects of Zn, with special reference to its potential role in children in Pakistan. The following aspects are covered: the role of Zn in growth; the role of zinc in intrauterine growth and lactation; the relationship between zinc and malnutrition; the relationship between zinc and retinol; the role of Zn in diarrhoeal disorders; monitoring Zn nutriture and problems in assessment; and the potential impact of Zn deficiency among children in Pakistan.