[Zinc concentration of hair and nail in acquired zinc deficiency].
1980
K Hanada, and
M Yamamoto
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D008297
Male
Males
D008875
Middle Aged
An adult aged 45 - 64 years.
Middle Age
D009262
Nails
The thin, horny plates that cover the dorsal surfaces of the distal phalanges of the fingers and toes of primates.
Fingernails,Toenails,Fingernail,Nail,Toenail
D005260
Female
Females
D006197
Hair
A filament-like structure consisting of a shaft which projects to the surface of the SKIN from a root which is softer than the shaft and lodges in the cavity of a HAIR FOLLICLE. It is found on most surfaces of the body.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D015032
Zinc
A metallic element of atomic number 30 and atomic weight 65.38. It is a necessary trace element in the diet, forming an essential part of many enzymes, and playing an important role in protein synthesis and in cell division. Zinc deficiency is associated with ANEMIA, short stature, HYPOGONADISM, impaired WOUND HEALING, and geophagia. It is known by the symbol Zn.