Zinc‐induced copper deficiency, sideroblastic anemia, and neutropenia: A perplexing facet of zinc excess
Ahsan Wahab, Kamran Mushtaq, Samuel Borak, Naresh Bellam
Abstract
Hypocupremia due to zinc products can cause sideroblastic anemia and neutropenia and mimics other serious hematological disorders. Early consideration of the copper deficiency and a thorough clinical history can prevent unnecessary interventions.
Topics & Concepts
Sideroblastic anemiaMedicineNeutropeniaCopper deficiencyAnemiaZincZinc deficiency (plant disorder)Intensive care medicineInternal medicineCopperPathologyMicronutrientChemotherapyMetallurgyMaterials scienceTrace Elements in HealthHemoglobinopathies and Related DisordersFolate and B Vitamins Research