Association of metallic elements with telomere length in children with autism spectrum disorder
This study suggests a potential link between metallic elements and TL in children with ASD, with Ca having the greatest effect. Our findings highlight the potential benefits of appropriate calcium supplementation as a protective strategy for lengthening telomeres in children with ASD, emphasizing the importance of early nutritional interventions to improve their overall health.
Authors
- Qiuyan Zhu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-4161-5365)
- Zizi Liu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-5808-4679)
- Tong Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5725-9510)
- Yu Jin
- Yanan Sun (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8363-6957)
- Jinming Liu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9644-2721)
- Fengxiang Wei (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2730-0834)
Institutions
- Sun Yat-sen University (CN)
- Shantou University (CN)
- Longgang Central Hospital (CN)
- Shenzhen Maternity and Child Healthcare Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PeerJ
- Published
- 2025-04-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.19174
- Primary Topic
- Telomeres, Telomerase, and Senescence
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00