Abstract:To assess and compare clinical, hormonal, and metabolic factors with blood levels of RBP4, PAI-1, and trace elements in women with and without polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). A cross-sectional clinical investigation was undertaken. From December 2020 until January 2022, samples were taken at the Basrah Hospital for Obstetrics and Children's infertility center. Significant changes (p< 0.05) were in HOMA-IR, E2 and Ts. Levels of PAI-1, RBP4, AMH, LH, LH/FSH, PRL and Cu were significantly (p<0.01) incre… Show more
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