Abstract
Over the past 20 years, much has been written about the potential role of vitamin D in on adverse health outcomes. In recent years, evidence has accumulated regarding the effect of vitamin D on the immune system, and its different cells. Some studies have noted lower vitamin D concentrations in patients with SLE. These epidemiological data still not answer the question: is vitamin D deficiency the cause or the effect? To answer this, we will discuss the association between vitamin D deficiency and SLE and review the evidence from interventional studies.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 19-23 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Autoimmunity Reviews |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 1 |
Early online date | 3 Nov 2017 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2018 |
Keywords
- SLE
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin D deficiency
Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms
- Manchester Institute for Collaborative Research on Ageing