Exploring the Complex Interplay of Trace Elements and Their Association with the Risk of Development of Pre-eclampsia in Pregnancy: a Case-Control.

Pre-eclampsia, a hypertensive disorder occurring during pregnancy, poses significant risks to maternal and fetal health worldwide. Despite extensive research, the precise cause of pre-eclampsia remains unknown. Recent studies have indicated that trace elements, essential minerals crucial for various biological processes, might be significant factors in the development of pre-eclampsia.

Association of Serum Complement C3 Levels with Severity and Mortality in COVID 19.

Unlabelled: The severe acute respiratory distress syndrome-associated coronavirus-2 infection can activate innate and adaptive immune responses which may lead to harmful tissue damage, both locally and systemically. C3, a member of complement system of serum proteins, is a major component of innate immune and inflammatory responses. This study is aimed to assess serum C3 as a marker of COVID-19 severity and a predictor of disease progression.

Unravelling blood-based epigenetic mechanisms: the impact of hsa-miR-146a and histone H3 acetylation in lead-induced inflammation among occupational workers.

Background: Occupational and environmental exposure to lead (Pb) is a persistent health problem majorly in developing countries and has been implied to cause epigenetic alterations. Its effect on histone post-translational modifications is not explored in human population. MicroRNAs are epigenetic modulators reported to be differentially expressed under Pb exposure.

Association of circulatory Klotho levels and its expression with miRNA- 339 in patients with schizophrenia.

Schizophrenia is one of the major neuropsychiatric disorders affecting 1% of the population worldwide. Neuroinflammation, neurodevelopment, and oxidative stress are some of the crucial factors that can contribute to the pathogenesis of Schizophrenia. Klotho gene is an antiaging gene whose dysregulated expression can lead to Schizophrenia and aging-like symptoms in patients.

Association of iron-related biomarkers with severity and mortality in COVID-19 patients.

Background: Nutritional deficiency is associated with weaken immune system and increased susceptibility to infection. Among other nutrients, several trace elements have been shown to regulate immune responses. Iron is one of the most abundant trace elements present in our body, which is required in various biological processes.

Comparative Analysis of Serum Zinc, Copper and Magnesium Level and Their Relations in Association with Severity and Mortality in SARS-CoV-2 Patients.

The deficiencies of trace elements and infectious diseases often coexist and exhibit complex interactions. Several trace elements such as zinc (Zn), copper (Cu) and magnesium (Mg) have immunomodulatory functions and thus influence the susceptibility to the course and outcome of a variety of viral infections. So, this present study was aimed to study relations of trace metals in association with severity and mortality in SARS-CoV-2 patients.

SARS-CoV-2 IgG Antibody and its Clinical Correlates in Convalescent Plasma Donors: An Indian Experience.

SARS-CoV-2, a novel coronavirus, emerged a year ago in Wuhan, China causing a new pandemic. Convalescent plasma therapy has been applied previously to many infectious diseases and has shown a successful result. This study was planned to assess the Anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibody levels in convalescent COVID-19 patients.

Selenium, oxidative stress and inflammatory markers in handicraft workers occupationally exposed to lead.

Occupational Lead (Pb) exposure increases reactive oxygen species and has been reported to impact inflammatory response by modulating intracellular signaling pathways. Selenium (Se) a vital component of the antioxidant system that plays an important role in modulating cytokines. The present study evaluated Se, malondialdehyde (MDA), total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α, IL-10, IL-17a) in 81 Pb exposed male workers.

Association of circulating BDNF levels with BDNF rs6265 polymorphism in schizophrenia.

Schizophrenia is a severe neuropsychiatric disorder affecting 1% of the world population. Disturbances in neuronal development and synaptic connections are important factors in the pathogenesis of schizophrenia. Brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a member of the neurotrophin family, plays a critical role in the development of neurons.

Circulating T helper 17 and IFN-γ positive Th17 cells in Major Depressive Disorder.

Introduction: Animal models of depression have reported elevated levels of T helper 17 (Th17) and T helper 1 (Th1) cells along with a decrease in T regulatory (Treg) cell percentage. However, there is ambiguity in the results of clinical studies investigating Th17 cells in Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). No studies have investigated the role of Interferon gamma positive Th17 cells (IFNγ+ Th17) in MDD yet.

Association of raised blood lead levels in pregnant women with preeclampsia: A study at tertiary centre.

Objective: This study aims to find the blood lead levels in pregnant women and its association with pre-eclampsia.

Material And Methods: The study included 44 healthy pregnant females and 23 pre-eclamptic women. Demographic data and common risk factors for lead toxicity were recorded including age, residence, occupation, husband occupation, passive smoking, use of cosmetics, kajal, surma, receiving supplements/vitamins, history of house remodelling, plumbing, source of potable water, paint in house, use of lead-glazed ceramic and pica.