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The relationship between aminoaciduria and plasma hemoglobin levels
T Mogoş1, C Popescu, A Dumitrescu
1Center of Diabetes, Bucharest.
Summary
Elevated aminoaciduria in children is linked to lower hemoglobin (Hb) levels. Early treatment with nutrients normalized amino acid metabolism and improved Hb, potentially preventing adult diseases.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Pediatrics
- Clinical Nutrition
Background:
- Aminoaciduria and plasma hemoglobin (Hb) levels show an inverse relationship in newborns, children, and young adults.
- Specific amino acids like alanine, leucine, valine, phenylalanine, and glutamic acid are elevated, correlating with increased blood levels and decreased plasma Hb.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between aminoaciduria and plasma hemoglobin levels in pediatric and young adult populations.
- To evaluate the efficacy of early nutritional intervention in re-equilibrating amino acid metabolism and preventing associated health risks.
Main Methods:
- Observational study correlating aminoaciduria and plasma Hb levels.
- Intervention with minerals, vitamins, and trace elements (Supradyn) to activate amino acid metabolism enzymes.
- Statistical analysis comparing patient data with control groups (correlation factor r = 0.964, p < 0.01).
Main Results:
- Inverse proportion observed between aminoaciduria and plasma Hb levels.
- Treatment with Supradyn normalized aminoaciduria and Hb levels.
- Statistically significant differences noted between patient and control groups.
Conclusions:
- Early re-equilibration of amino acid metabolism through nutritional support is crucial.
- This intervention can prevent the development of anemias and other diseases in adulthood.
- Highlights the link between early metabolic balance and long-term health outcomes.