The relationship between malnutrition and T_H 2 immune markers: a study in school-aged children of different socio-economic backgrounds in Makassar, Indonesia.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The burden of underweight remains a major problem in Indonesia, and at the same time, the prevalence of overweight is increasing. Malnutrition is a major determinant of health and has been linked to allergic disorders in children. We examined the relationship between malnutrition and T_H 2 immune markers in school-aged children in Makassar, Indonesia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was performed in five schools where socio-demographic characteristics were recorded. Children's standardised z-scores of body mass index (z-BMI) and age-standardised z-scores of height (z-HA) were assessed using WHO child growth standards. Skin prick test (SPT) reactivity was determined to house dust mite allergens. Helminth infection status, (growth) hormones including insuli

SUBMITTER: Wahyuni S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7898825 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature