Current knowledge of iron metabolism

Biol Trace Elem Res. 2003 Jun;92(3):189-212. doi: 10.1385/BTER:92:3:189.

Abstract

Iron plays many roles in human physiology. In this article, we summarize the basic and current knowledge of this essential micronutrient on human metabolism.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biological Transport
  • Cells / metabolism
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Absorption / physiology
  • Iron / blood
  • Iron / metabolism*
  • Iron / pharmacokinetics
  • Iron / physiology
  • Nutritional Status
  • Tissue Distribution

Substances

  • Iron