Use of hepcidin as a regulator of iron homeostasis

Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Designated organic active ingredient containing – Peptide containing doai

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C514S012200, C530S324000, C530S325000, C530S326000

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ABSTRACT:
The invention concerns the use of hepcidin for the diagnosis and therapy of disorders of iron homeostasis. Hepcidin can be used in the treatment of disorders resulting from iron overload, while inhibitors of hepcidin can he used in the treatment of anaemia.

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