Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), classified as a grade IV glioma by the World Health Organization (WHO), is a prevalent and notably aggressive form of brain tumor derived from glial cells. It stands as one of the most severe forms of primary brain cancer in humans. The median survival time of GBM patients is only 12-15 months, making it the most lethal type of brain tumor.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe accumulation of heavy metals is closely related to biochemical parameters and the overall health of both animals and humans. Given the high nutritional value of turkey meat, this study aimed to assess the concentrations of toxic and non-toxic heavy metals in the breast, thigh, and liver tissues of turkeys and examine their relationship with oxidative stress biomarkers. In this cross-sectional study, 150 samples of turkey breast, thigh, and liver from Kurdistan province were collected using a cluster random sampling method.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIodized salt serves as an effective intervention strategy, combating iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) and promoting overall health. This study aimed to assess the household salt consumption status and its relationship with urinary iodine (UI) levels among school-aged children. This is a descriptive-cross-sectional study that was selected by cluster-random sampling from 5 girls' schools (182) and 5 boys' schools (169), with a total of 351 primary school students (8-10 years old) of Darab.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFUnlabelled: Calcium plays a major role in apoptosis, cell proliferation, and various cellular mechanisms. It is also essential for the function of the pancreas. However, the association between calcium intake and pancreatic cancer is not clear.
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