Iron Dysregulation Linked to Schizophrenia

A study of brain tissue from deceased individuals with schizophrenia revealed elevated iron levels and reduced ferritin levels, indicating disrupted iron regulation in the prefrontal cortex. This suggests a potential link between iron dysregulation and cognitive changes observed in schizophrenia. The findings highlight the importance of understanding iron biology in schizophrenia, but further research is needed to determine if similar changes occur in other brain regions.