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Trace element analysis: a diagnostic tool.

I H Qureshi, M N Cheema

    JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
    |July 1, 1977
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    Essential trace elements are vital for health, with imbalances linked to diseases like hypertension and diabetes. Measuring these elements in bodily fluids aids in diagnosis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Human Physiology
    • Environmental Health

    Background:

    • The human body constantly absorbs environmental elements, with homeostatic mechanisms regulating blood concentrations.
    • Essential trace elements, though present in minute quantities, are crucial for biochemical reactions.
    • Imbalances in essential trace elements are linked to various human diseases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the critical role of essential trace elements in human health.
    • To establish the connection between trace element levels and diseases such as hypertension, atherosclerosis, and diabetes.
    • To emphasize the diagnostic potential of measuring trace elements in biological samples.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of physiological and biochemical processes related to trace element metabolism.

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  • Analysis of the correlation between essential trace element concentrations and specific disease pathologies.
  • Evaluation of analytical techniques for quantifying trace elements in human body fluids and tissues.

    • Main Results:

    • Essential trace elements play specialized roles in numerous biochemical pathways.
    • Deficiency or excess of these elements can lead to significant physiological disturbances.
    • Trace element imbalances are demonstrably associated with prevalent chronic diseases.

    Conclusions:

    • Essential trace elements are fundamental to maintaining human health.
    • Monitoring trace element levels in biological samples offers a valuable diagnostic approach for various diseases.
    • Further research into trace element homeostasis and disease is warranted.