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Selenoprotein-p as Biomarker of Selenium Status in Obese Children and Adolescents

Kholoud Gamal Mahmoud, Rasha Mohamed Gamal Elshafiey, Radwa Mahmoud Elsharaby, Amany Mahmoud Elbarky

Asian Journal of Pediatric Research · pp. 169–179 · Published 21 Dec 2023

10.9734/ajpr/2023/v13i4306

Abstract

Background: The child and adolescent obesity have become a major public health problem. Selenoprotien p1 (SEPP1)   is widely acknowledged to be among the most delicate functional indicators of Se status and it plays a role in the metabolism of Se and in anti-oxidative defense. So, we aimed to assess Selenoprotein-p level in obese children and adolescents. Methods: This cross-sectional comparative work included 60 children: 30 obese children and the control group consisted of 30 children who were healthy and matched in terms of gender and age. A comprehensive taking of history and clinical assessment with anthropometric measurements were conducted on all children and adolescents. Basic investigations and serum selenoprotien-p1 level were performed. Results: Serum selenoprotien-p1 (SEPP1) levels were substantially decreased in obese children contrasted to controls. Conclusions: Selenoprotien p1 levels were substantially decreased in obese children and adolescent. Selenoprotien p1 could be a sensitive functional biomarker of selenium status.

Obesity obese children selenium status selenoprotien p1

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