Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Several studies have reported an association between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) concentrations and pulmonary function in the general population. However, results remain conflicting. In addition, the underlying mechanisms by which vitamin D affects pulmonary function are unknown.Objective: To assess the relationship of vitamin D status with pulmonary function and whether this relationship is mediated by physical function and/or inflam...