Association of serum zinc and vitamin E levels with Acne vulgarisin Bangladeshi acne patients

The serum level of zinc and vitamin E were measured to understand the association of various nutrients on acne pathogenesis. Both zinc and vitamin E are antioxidants used as a supplement in acne treatment. However, their effect and status in acne patients are not fully understood. This study include...

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Published in:Journal of Bangladesh Academy of Sciences 2021-07, Vol.45 (1), p.49-58
Main Authors: Sultana, Tania, Akter, Aklima, Zohra, Fatima Tuz, Rahman, Md Quddusur, Kabir, Yearul
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Language:English
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Summary:The serum level of zinc and vitamin E were measured to understand the association of various nutrients on acne pathogenesis. Both zinc and vitamin E are antioxidants used as a supplement in acne treatment. However, their effect and status in acne patients are not fully understood. This study included 48 acne patients and 48 sex- and age-matched healthy controls. The zinc and vitamin E concentration was measured in the serum by flame atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) and HPLC methods. Compared to the healthy control, a significant deficiency of serum vitamin E level in acne patients (p
ISSN:0378-8121
2224-7270
DOI:10.3329/jbas.v45i1.54259