The serum level of vitamin D of endometriosis patients

Vitamin D (VD) has been known to control the immune system. Low serum level of VD has been reported in various chronic inflammatory diseases. Although variations of genes associated with VD have been shown in endometriosis (EM), there are only a few and controversial reports regarding serum levels VD in EM. The aim of this study was to measure serum levels of VD in EM. Under informed consents, sera were taken from 37 control women, 17 of stage I-II and 22 of stage III - IV EM patients. All samples were taken in fall or winter to avoid the influence of sun exposure.
Source: Journal of Reproductive Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Source Type: research