Alterations of Hepcidin and Interleukin in Diabetics

Aim: This study was done to determine the levels of hepcidin and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in diabetics.Materials and Methods: The study involved 100 diabetics and 100 apparently normal subjects of the same age group 40-70.The levels of hepcidin and IL-6 were measured with an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay method.Results: The level of hepcidin and IL-6 significantly increased in the diabetics when compared to the controls (P < 0.05).Conclusion: This study probably indicated a significant increase in serum IL-6 and hepcidin levels in patients with diabetics.