Zinc is an essential mineral for many biochemical reaction and an important constituent of enzymes like carbonic anhydrase.
Recommended daily dose of zinc is about 15-30 mg.
Deficiency of Zinc has been associated with IUGR, pre-term delivery and low birth weight during pregnancy and even congenital malformations or abortions can occur.
NOTE: Copper and Cobalt deficiencies are rare.
Selenium deficiency has been associated with Keshan disease (dilated cardiomyopathy, mostly occurring in Keshan province of China).
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