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#185 How Iron Metabolism Worsens COVID19 with Dr Attilio Cavezzi

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The Role of Iron Metabolism in COVID-19

This chapter explores the relationship between COVID-19 and iron metabolism, discussing the impact of the virus on hemoglobin function, ferritin levels, and oxygenation of the body. It delves into how COVID-19 affects multiple organs, including the lungs and endothelium, and explores the potential role of iron derangement in the development of hypoxia and multi-organ diseases. The chapter also highlights the importance of studying iron metabolism in relation to the virus.

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