topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimWe link mechanistic insights with clinical and preclinical evidence and uniquely map molecular functions to dermatologic and trichologic outcomes.
evidence level4
citationKaplan N (2026)
sourceThe Protective and Regenerative Potential of Lactoferrin in Hair and Skin Health.
topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimLactoferrin is a naturally occurring bioactive glycoprotein that is part of the body's innate immune system and has essential roles in iron metabolism, microbial defense, inflammation regulation, and tissue repair.
evidence level4
citationKaplan N (2026)
sourceThe Protective and Regenerative Potential of Lactoferrin in Hair and Skin Health.
topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimIt supports the natural regulation of iron bioavailability in skin and hair follicles, helping to reduce excess free-iron-driven oxidative stress while preserving levels of necessary iron for cellular functions.
evidence level4
citationKaplan N (2026)
sourceThe Protective and Regenerative Potential of Lactoferrin in Hair and Skin Health.
topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimThe PICOS question was: 'Are lactoferrin levels different between individuals with periodontitis and periodontally healthy controls, and are these levels associated with disease severity and established clinical periodontal indicators, supporting their role as diagnostic or prognostic biomarkers for periodontitis?'.
evidence level4
citationPatil GV (2026)
sourceRole of lactoferrin in periodontal disease: A meta-analytical assessment of its reliability as a biomarker.
topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimEgger's regression test produced a t-statistic of -0.646 (P=0.529), reflecting a lack of significant evidence for publication bias.
evidence level4
citationPatil GV (2026)
sourceRole of lactoferrin in periodontal disease: A meta-analytical assessment of its reliability as a biomarker.
topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimIn conclusion, lactoferrin showed potential as a biomarker for periodontal disease, with elevated levels consistently linked to its presence and disease severity.
evidence level4
citationPatil GV (2026)
sourceRole of lactoferrin in periodontal disease: A meta-analytical assessment of its reliability as a biomarker.
topicLactoferrin Immune Support Meta-Analysis
claimThe present systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the clinical utility of lactoferrin as a biomarker for periodontitis by evaluating its association with established periodontal parameters, including probing pocket depth (PPD), clinical attachment loss (CAL) and gingival index (GI).
evidence level4
citationPatil GV (2026)
sourceRole of lactoferrin in periodontal disease: A meta-analytical assessment of its reliability as a biomarker.