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Zellweger syndrome is one of a group of four related diseases called peroxisome biogenesis disorders (PBD). The diseases are caused by defects in one of the 13 genes, called PEX genes, which are necessary for the normal formation and function of peroxisomes. The PBDs are divided into two groups: Zellweger Spectrum Disorders and Rhizomelic Chondrody...
read moreZika virus was discovered in the Zika forest, Uganda in 1947, and is a member of the flavivirus family. Other flaviviruses include those that cause dengue, yellow fever and West Nile fever. Like its relatives, the Zika virus is mainly transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. The Zika virus can be passed to her ba...
read moreZinc is an essential mineral required for numerous processes in the body, including growth, immune function, wound healing and DNA synthesis. A zinc deficiency can occur when dietary intake of zinc is insufficient or when its absorption or utilization in the body is impaired. In this article, we discuss the symptoms and treatments of zinc deficienc...
read moreZinc is an essential mineral that plays an important role in several bodily functions, including immune function, DNA synthesis, growth and development, and wound healing. A zinc deficiency can lead to various health problems and should be taken seriously. In this article, we'll discuss the symptoms of zinc deficiency and highlight some possibl...
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