Abstract

1. Abstract

1.1. Introduction: Trivalent chromium plays an important role in glucose tolerance factor (GTF). GTF may increase the insulin sensitivity and maintain good blood glucose control. Now, someone has become a habit to use it for diabetic patients. However, some researches did not support the strategy on account of trivalent chromium may convert highly toxic hexavalent chromium. So, the "necessity" of chromium supplements for human is still questioned, especially in hemodialysis patients.