Assessment of Iodine Status in Adults: A Case Study of Amasya
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https://doi.org/10.14306/renhyd.28.3.2227%20Keywords:
Iodine, Iodine status, Iodine deficiency, iodine deficiency, Sodium Chloride, dietary, urinary iodine, iodized saltAbstract
ABSTRACT
Introduction: The prevalence of iodine deficiency in Turkey significantly decreased after iodine fortification of table salt, but regional differences may still exist. The objective of this cross-sectional study was to assess the iodine levels among adults residing in Amasya.
Methodology: This study, which included 232 adults aged 18-64 years, was conducted in a public hospital in Amasya. The study data were obtained through a questionnaire form applied to individuals through face-to-face interviews. After taking general information and anthropometric measurements of the individuals participating in the study, urinary iodine levels were analyzed.
Results: The mean urinary iodine level was 13.7±1.5 mcg/dL. Iodine status of 99.6% of the participants is normal and 64.9% of them use iodized salt. Alcohol consumption and body mass index showed a statistically significant difference according to urinary iodine level classification (median value). In individuals who consume iodized salt, the frequency of those with urinary iodine levels above the median value is higher compared to those who do not consume iodized salt.
Conclusions: This study shows the iodine status of adult individuals living in Amasya. In future studies, dietary iodine intake of individuals should also be evaluated, and iodine status should be examined in vulnerable groups such as pregnant, lactating and elderly.
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