Iodine status of pregnant women in Iceland: A cross-sectional study of women from 11-14 weeks gestation

Introduction: Iodine is an essential constituent of thyroid hormone, thus plays a key role in numerous developmental and metabolic processes. Adequate iodine consumption during pregnancy is pivotal to ensure proper growth of the developing fetus. Iceland has historically been considered an iodine su...

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Main Author: Sólveig Anna Aðalsteinsdóttir 1994-
Other Authors: Háskóli Íslands
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Published: 2019
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1946/33107