ea0059p057 | Clinical biochemistry | SFEBES2018
Almeida Joana
, Rodrigues Dircea
, Carrilho Franscisco
, Guimaraes Joana
, Lemos Manuel C
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D) is an autoimmune disease that results from the destruction of insulin producing β cells, in genetic susceptible individuals. Vitamin D (Vit D) is mostly known for its role in bone and calcium metabolism, however it is also involved in the modulation of the immune response. Serum levels of vitamin D partly depend on diet and sunlight exposure. However, genetic factors are also involved. Patients with T1D have been reported to have a higher pr...