Serum zinc levels in hospitalized patients with depression

Conclusion The results of this study show that serum zinc levels in patients using antidepressants and other psychiatric medications, hospitalized for bipolar disorder in depressive episode, compared with patients with depression did not differ and were within the normal range. The use of these medications may affect serum concentrations of this mineral.
Source: Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research