ArticleJournal of ovarian research2024
Zinc deficiency deteriorates ovarian follicle development and function by inhibiting mitochondrial function.
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- Zinc and its binding proteins: essential roles and therapeutic potential.Archives of toxicology · 2025Review
- Identification of hypoxia-related diagnostic biomarkers and immune signatures in diminished ovarian reserve.Frontiers in genetics · 2025Article
- Non-hormone replacement therapy to overcome premature ovarian insufficiency: advances in natural products and stem cells targeting autophagy.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025Review
- Loss of vitamin D receptor induces premature ovarian insufficiency through compromising the 7-dehydrocholesterol-dependent anti-aging effects.Frontiers in cell and developmental biology · 2025Article
- Sow reproductive disorders: a key issue affecting the pig industry.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2025Review
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Abstract
Zinc (Zn) is a crucial trace element essential for human growth and development, particularly for reproductive health. Previous research has shown a decrease in serum zinc concentration with age and individuals with conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and diabetes mellitus. However, the specific effects of zinc deficiency on the female reproductive system, especially ovarian function, are not fully understood. In our study, we observed a significant reduction in the total number of follicles and mature follicles in the zinc deficiency group. This reduction correlated with decreased level of anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) and abnormal gene expression affecting hormone secretion regulation. Furthermore, we found that zinc deficiency disrupted mitochondrial dynamics, leading to oxidative stress in the ovaries, which further inhibited autophagy and increased ovarian apoptosis. These changes ultimately resulted in the failure of germinal vesicle breakdown (GVBD) and reduced oocyte quality. Meanwhile, administration of zinc glycine effectively alleviated the oocyte meiotic arrest caused by dietary zinc deficiency. In conclusion, our findings demonstrated that dietary zinc deficiency can affect hormone secretion and follicle maturation by impairing mitochondrial function and autophagy.
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