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Hepcidin Signaling Pathway Control

Meaning

Hepcidin Signaling Pathway Control refers to the clinical management and modulation of the hepatic hormone hepcidin, the master regulator of systemic iron homeostasis. Effective control of this pathway is crucial for preventing functional iron deficiency, as hepcidin dictates the absorption of iron from the gut and its release from cellular stores. This regulation is essential for maintaining a balanced iron supply for erythropoiesis and metabolic cofactors while simultaneously preventing iron overload.