PRO/EDR> Zika virus (34): Americas, Asia, Africa, Europe

Zika virus -- Worldwide/Unknown
Summary
Attention remains focused on the possible role of Zika virus in the pathogenesis of fetal microcephaly in Brazil. Tom Solomon and colleagues posed the question of nutrient deficiency. Glucose is the primary source of metabolic energy for the developing placenta and fetus. GLUT1, a membrane-bound protein, is the main glucose transporter across the blood-brain barrier, and the placenta. Of compelling relevance, a genetic GLUT1 deficiency is associated with an increased risk of

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