Mountain iron mystery: new study tracks how altitude changes your Body's iron needs
NCT ID NCT07142590
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how living at high altitudes affects the body's iron levels. Iron is important for carrying oxygen in the blood, and high altitudes may change how much iron you absorb and lose. Researchers will give 120 healthy adults a special iron tracer and track it over a year to learn more. The goal is to create better iron recommendations for people living at high altitudes.
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Fernfachhochschule Schweiz (FFHS)
RECRUITINGZurich, Canton of Zurich, 8005, Switzerland
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