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Kthiri A, Hamimed S, Tahri W, Landoulsi A, O'Sullivan S, Sheehan D. Impact of silver ions and silver nanoparticles on biochemical parameters and antioxidant enzyme modulations in Saccharomyces cerevisiae under co-exposure to static magnetic field: a comparative investigation. Int Microbiol 2024; 27:953-966. [PMID: 37971657 DOI: 10.1007/s10123-023-00453-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Revised: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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The increase in simultaneous exposure to magnetic fields and other hazardous compounds released from industrial applications poses multiple stress conditions on the ecosystems and public human health. In this work, we investigated the effects of co-exposure to a static magnetic field (SMF) and silver ions (AgNO3) on biochemical parameters and antioxidant enzyme activities in the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Sub-chronic exposure to AgNO3 (0.5 mM) for 9 h resulted in a significant decrease in antioxidant enzyme activity, including glutathione peroxidase (GPx), catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and glutathione transferase (GST). The total glutathione (GSH) level increased in yeast cells exposed to Ag. Additionally, a notable elevation in malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and protein carbonyl content was observed in both the AgNP and AgNO3 groups compared to the control group. Interestingly, the SMF alleviated the oxidative stress induced by silver nitrate, normalizing antioxidant enzyme activities by reducing cellular ROS formation, MDA levels, and protein carbonylation (PCO) concentrations.
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- Ameni Kthiri
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Carthage University, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Zarzouna, Bizerte, Tunisia
- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory (MCBL), Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Faculty of Nature and Life Sciences, University of Jijel, Jijel, Algeria.
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Carthage University, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Zarzouna, Bizerte, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Carthage University, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Zarzouna, Bizerte, Tunisia
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- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
- Department of Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, PO, Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Shi Y, Han L, Zhang X, Xie L, Pan P, Chen F. Selenium Alleviates Cerebral Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury by Regulating Oxidative Stress, Mitochondrial Fusion and Ferroptosis. Neurochem Res 2022; 47:2992-3002. [PMID: 35725978 PMCID: PMC9470641 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-022-03643-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Revised: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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To clarify the potential role of selenium (Se) on cerebral ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury, we utilized mouse middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) followed by reperfusion as an animal model and oxygen-glucose deprivation and reoxygenation (OGD/R) to treat N2a cells as a cell model, respectively. MCAO model was established in mice and then divided into different groups with or without Se treatment. TTC staining was used to observe whether the cerebral I/R modeling was successful, and the apoptosis level was determined by TUNEL staining. The expression of GPx-4 and p22phox was assessed by western blot. In vitro experiments, the OGD/R induced oxidative stress in N2a cells was assessed by levels of GSH/GSSG, malondialdehyde, superoxide dismutase and iron content, respectively. QRT-PCR was used to detect the mRNA levels of Cox-2, Fth1, Mfn1 and mtDNA in N2a cells. JC-1 staining and flow cytometry was performed to detect the mitochondrial membrane potential. Se treatment alleviated cerebral I/R injury and improved the survival rate of mice. Additionally, Se treatment apparently attenuated oxidative stress and inhibited iron accumulation in MCAO model mice and OGD/R model of N2a cells. In terms of its mechanism, Se could up-regulate Mfn1 expression to alleviate oxidative stress and ferroptosis by promoting mitochondrial fusion in vivo and vitro. These findings suggest that Se may have great potential in alleviating cerebral I/R injury.
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- Yuanyuan Shi
- Department of Central Laboratory, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University (Yancheng Third People’s Hospital), Yancheng, 224008 Jiangsu China
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- Department of Neurology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University (Yancheng Third People’s Hospital), Yancheng, 224008 Jiangsu China
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- Department of Neurology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University (Yancheng Third People’s Hospital), Yancheng, 224008 Jiangsu China
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- Department of Neurology, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University (Yancheng Third People’s Hospital), Yancheng, 224008 Jiangsu China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University (Yancheng Third People’s Hospital), Yancheng, 224008 Jiangsu China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, The Yancheng School of Clinical Medicine of Nanjing Medical University (Yancheng Third People’s Hospital), Yancheng, 224008 Jiangsu China
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Ilić AŽ, de Luka SR, Popović TB, Debeljak-Martačić J, Kojadinović M, Ćirković S, Ristić-Djurović JL, Trbovich AM. Distinct fatty acid redistribution and textural changes in the brain tissue upon the static magnetic field exposure. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2022; 92:103853. [PMID: 35318121 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2022.103853] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Revised: 01/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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We observed different outcomes upon the subacute exposure to the 128 mT highly homogeneous static magnetic field (SMF) when its orientation was (i) aligned with the vertical component of the geomagnetic field; (ii) in the opposite direction. We employed the fatty acids (FA) composition and digital image analyses (DIA) to provide insights into the underlying processes and examine the possible weak SMF effects. Swiss-Webster male mice were whole-body exposed for 1 h/day over five days. Brain tissue's thin liquid chromatography resulted in brain FA composition, indicating a possible sequence of changes due to the SMF exposure. Quantitative DIA accurately assessed different image parameters. Delicate textural changes were revealed in the group where pathohistological or biochemical alterations have not been detected. DIA-based biological markers seem to be very promising for studying delicate tissue changes, which results from the high sensitivity and wide availability of DIA.
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- Andjelija Ž Ilić
- Institute of Physics Belgrade, University of Belgrade, Pregrevica 118, Zemun, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr. Subotića 9, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute for Medical Research, University of Belgrade, Centre of Excellence in Nutrition and Metabolism, Tadeuša Košćuška 1, Belgrade 11000, Serbia
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- Institute for Medical Research, University of Belgrade, Centre of Excellence in Nutrition and Metabolism, Tadeuša Košćuška 1, Belgrade 11000, Serbia
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- Institute for Medical Research, University of Belgrade, Centre of Excellence in Nutrition and Metabolism, Tadeuša Košćuška 1, Belgrade 11000, Serbia
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- Institute of Physics Belgrade, University of Belgrade, Pregrevica 118, Zemun, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Physics Belgrade, University of Belgrade, Pregrevica 118, Zemun, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr. Subotića 9, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
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Al-Gubory KH, Laher I, Garrel C. Pomegranate peel attenuates dextran sulfate sodium-induced lipid peroxidation in rat small intestine by enhancing the glutathione/glutathione disulfide redox potential. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2021; 101:4278-4287. [PMID: 33417238 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2020] [Revised: 01/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/08/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND The peel of the pomegranate fruit is rich in polyphenols with antioxidant properties. We investigated the preventive effect of pomegranate peel (PP) powder against dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced lipid peroxidation in the small intestine of rats. Rats were allocated to four groups: CONT group, fed a standard rodent diet; DSS group, fed a standard rodent diet and treated with DSS; as well as PP1%+DSS and PP5%+DSS groups, fed a standard rodent diet supplemented with either 1% or 5% of PP powder and treated with DSS. Rats of the four groups consumed their diets for 25 days. Lipid peroxidation was determined by measuring malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations in plasma and MDA contents in the small intestine and liver. Glutathione/glutathione disulfide (GSH/GSSG) redox status and antioxidant enzyme activities were determined in the small intestine and liver. RESULTS MDA content was higher (P < 0.001) in the small intestines of the DSS group compared to the CONT group. MDA content was reduced (P < 0.001) in the small intestines of the PP1%+DSS and PP5%+DSS groups compared to the DSS group. GSH contents and GSH/GSSG ratios were higher (P < 0.001) in the small intestines of the PP5%+DSS group compared to the CONT, DSS and PP1%+DSS groups. CONCLUSION The present study demonstrates that PP powder protects the small intestine against DSS-induced lipid peroxidation by enhancing the GSH/GSSG redox potential. Powder of PP is a promising agricultural by-product containing a mixture of bioactive polyphenols that can be used for the production of functional foods aimed at the prevention of oxidative stress-induced small intestine pathogenesis. © 2021 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Kaïs H Al-Gubory
- Department of Animal Physiology and Livestock Systems, National Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment, 78352 Jouy-en-Josas Cedex, France
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Department of Biology, Toxicology and Pharmacology, Nutritional and Hormonal Biochemistry Unit, Institute of Biology and Pathology, University Hospital Center of Grenoble, 38043 Grenoble Cedex 9, France
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Shalihat A, Hasanah AN, Mutakin, Lesmana R, Budiman A, Gozali D. The role of selenium in cell survival and its correlation with protective effects against cardiovascular disease: A literature review. Biomed Pharmacother 2020; 134:111125. [PMID: 33341057 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2020.111125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2020] [Revised: 12/01/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Selenium is a trace element that provides protection against cellular damage and death. Previous research using several types of cells identified anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic effects for selenium. One of the diseases related to selenium is cardiovascular disease, as low selenium intake has been linked to cardiomyopathy. However, the mechanism of the cardioprotective effects of selenium is not thoroughly understood. Several studies supported the possible effects of selenium on heart cell survival. In this review, we analyzed recent research (2015-2020) on the roles and mechanism of action of selenium in cell survival and its cardioprotective effects. Furthermore, the prevention of apoptosis through both intrinsic and extrinsic pathways is discussed in this review. Signalling pathways that regulate cell survival such as the p-AMPK, poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase-1, nuclear factor-erythroid 2-related factor-2, AKT/PI3K, and STAT pathways are involved in the protective effects of selenium. In addition, signaling pathways that affect heart cell survival include the AKT and STAT pathways. It also affects autophagy through the PPAR-γ pathway. These findings should facilitate further research on the cardioprotective effects of selenium.
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- Ayu Shalihat
- Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia; Departement of Pharmacy, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Muhammadiyah Bandung, Jl. Soekarno - Hatta No. 752, Cipadung Kidul, Panyileukan, Bandung, 40614, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia.
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- Physiology Division, Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia; Division of Biological Activity, Central Laboratory, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jl. Bandung Sumedang Km 21, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia
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Sun X, Xu Z, Wang Y, Liu N. Protective effects of blueberry anthocyanin extracts on hippocampal neuron damage induced by extremely low-frequency electromagnetic field. FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN WELLNESS 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fshw.2020.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Kamali K, Taravati A, Sayyadi S, Gharib FZ, Maftoon H. Evidence of oxidative stress after continuous exposure to Wi-Fi radiation in rat model. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2018; 25:35396-35403. [PMID: 30343375 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-018-3482-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2018] [Accepted: 10/16/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Exposure to electromagnetic radiation (EMR) is rapidly increasing in everyday environment, consequently conferring potential health effects. Oxidative stress is emerging as a mechanism implicated in pathophysiology and progression of various diseases. To our knowledge, no report has been made on the status of antioxidant redox systems after continuous exposure to radiofrequency radiation emitted from a Wi-Fi access point in animal model so far. Therefore, we aimed to continuously subject rats in the experimental group to radiofrequency (RF) radiation emitted from a commercially available Wi-Fi device. Male Wister rats were exposed to 2.45 GHz RF radiation emitted from a Wi-Fi for 24 h/day for 10 consecutive weeks. In order to assess the change in antioxidant redox system of plasma after continuous exposure to a Wi-Fi device, the total antioxidant capacity of plasma, level of thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, concentration of reduced glutathione (GSH), and activity of different enzymatic antioxidants, e.g., superoxide dismutase [SOD], catalase [CAT], glutathione peroxidase [GSH-Px], and glutathione S-transferase [GST], were measured. In the Wi-Fi exposed group, a significant decrease was detected in total antioxidant capacity of plasma and the activities of several antioxidant enzymes, including CAT, GSH-Px, and SOD (P < 0.05). Meanwhile, the GST activity was significantly increased in this group (P < 0.05). However, no significant changes were found in GSH and TBARS levels following exposure to RF radiation. According to the results, oxidative defense system in rats exposed to Wi-Fi signal was significantly affected compared to the control group. Further studies are needed to better understand the possible biological mechanisms of EMR emitted from Wi-Fi device and relevant outcomes.
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- Kasra Kamali
- Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, 47416-95447, Iran
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- Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, 47416-95447, Iran.
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- Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, 47416-95447, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Babol Branch, Islamic Azad University, Babol, Iran
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- Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, 47416-95447, Iran
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Hanini R, Chatti A, Ghorbel SB, Landoulsi A. Role of Sod Gene in Response to Static Magnetic Fields in Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Curr Microbiol 2017; 74:930-937. [PMID: 28523373 DOI: 10.1007/s00284-017-1264-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2016] [Accepted: 05/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The protective role of superoxide dismutase (SOD) against non-ionizing radiation such as static electromagnetic field (200 mT) has been studied in wild-type and mutant strain of Pseudomonas aeruginosa lacking cytosolic Mn-SOD (sodM), Fe-SOD (sodB), or both SODs (sodMB). Our results showed that inactivation of sodM and/or sodB genes increases the sensitivity of P. aeruginosa toward stress induced by the static magnetic field (200 mT). Furthermore, our results showed an enhancement of SOD, catalase, and peroxidases after exposure to the magnetic field. However, wild-type cells maintained significantly higher activities of antioxidant enzymes than mutant strains. The malondialdehyde produced by the oxidative degradation of unsaturated lipids and fatty acids showed significant increase in mutant strains compared to the wild-type. The overall results showed that the SOD has a protective role against a stress induced by static electromagnetic field in P. aeruginosa.
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- Raouia Hanini
- Unité de Biochimie des lipides et interactions des macromolécules en Biologie (03/UR/0902), Laboratoire de Biochimie et biologie moléculaire, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Zarzouna 7021, Bizerte, Tunisia.
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- Laboratoire de Traitement des Eaux Usées, Centre de Recherches et Technologies des Eaux, Technopole Borj Cedria, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Laboratoire de Traitement des Eaux Usées, Centre de Recherches et Technologies des Eaux, Technopole Borj Cedria, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Unité de Biochimie des lipides et interactions des macromolécules en Biologie (03/UR/0902), Laboratoire de Biochimie et biologie moléculaire, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Zarzouna 7021, Bizerte, Tunisia
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Synowiec-Wojtarowicz A, Kimsa-Dudek M, Pawłowska-Góral K, Kurzeja E, Glinka M, Gawron S. Influence of static magnetic fields up to 700 mT and dihydrochalcones on the antioxidant response in fibroblasts. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND HEALTH. PART A, TOXIC/HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING 2017; 52:385-390. [PMID: 27973994 DOI: 10.1080/10934529.2016.1262604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The effects of a static magnetic field (SMF) and the dihydrochalcones phloretin and phloridzin on the redox homeostasis of fibroblasts were investigated. The aim of the present study was to determine the redox homeostasis of fibroblasts that were simultaneously exposed to a static magnetic field and the dihydrochalcones phloretin and phloridzin. The fibroblasts were cultured for 72 h in special magnetic test chambers at different moderate intensities (0.4, 0.55 and 0.7 T). In this report, the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), catalase (CAT), glutathione transferase (GST); the concentrations of malondialdehyde (MDA), adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and total antioxidant status were measured using commercially available kits. We did not observe any impairment in the redox balance in cells in fibroblasts that were only exposed to static magnetic fields of different intensities or In fibroblast cultured with dihydrochalcones and exposed to static magnetic field increase the SOD, GPx, GST activities and MDA concentration. Our investigations revealed that the activities of SOD, GPx, GST and the concentration of MDA that were determined for the fibroblasts that were cultured with dihydrochalcones were higher in the presence of a static magnetic field. Our results indicated that exposure to SMF (0.7 T) with dihydrochalcones induces oxidative stress in fibroblasts.
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- Agnieszka Synowiec-Wojtarowicz
- a Department of Food and Nutrition , School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia , Sosnowiec , Poland
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- a Department of Food and Nutrition , School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia , Sosnowiec , Poland
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- a Department of Food and Nutrition , School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia , Sosnowiec , Poland
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- a Department of Food and Nutrition , School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia , Sosnowiec , Poland
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- b Institute of Electrical Drives and Machines KOMEL , Katowice , Poland
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- b Institute of Electrical Drives and Machines KOMEL , Katowice , Poland
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Homeostasis of chosen bioelements in organs of rats receiving lithium and/or selenium. Biometals 2016; 29:873-9. [PMID: 27476158 PMCID: PMC5033999 DOI: 10.1007/s10534-016-9958-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2016] [Accepted: 07/26/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Lithium is an essential trace element, widely used in medicine and its application is often long-term. Despite beneficial effects, its administration can lead to severe side effects including hyperparathyroidism, renal and thyroid disorders. The aim of the current study was to evaluate the influence of lithium and/or selenium treatment on magnesium, calcium and silicon levels in rats’ organs as well as the possibility of using selenium as an adjuvant in lithium therapy. The study was performed on rats divided into four groups (six animals each): control-treated with saline; Li-treated with Li2CO3 (2.7 mg Li/kg b.w.); Se-treated with Na2SeO3·H2O (0.5 mg Se/kg b.w.); Se + Li-treated simultaneously with Li2CO3 and Na2SeO3·H2O (2.7 mg Li/kg b.w. and of 0.5 mg Se/kg b.w., respectively). The administration was performed in form of water solutions by stomach tube once a day for 3 weeks. In the organs (liver, kidney, brain, spleen, heart, lung and femoral muscle) the concentrations of magnesium, calcium and silicon were determined. Magnesium was increased in liver of Se and Se + Li given rats. Lithium decreased tissue Ca and co-administration of selenium reversed this effect. Silicon was not affected by any treatment. The beneficial effect of selenium on disturbances of calcium homeostasis let suggest that further research on selenium application as an adjuvant in lithium therapy is worth being performed.
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Pawłowska-Góral K, Kimsa-Dudek M, Synowiec-Wojtarowicz A, Orchel J, Glinka M, Gawron S. Effect of static magnetic fields and phloretin on antioxidant defense system of human fibroblasts. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2016; 23:14989-14996. [PMID: 27080405 PMCID: PMC4956710 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-016-6653-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2015] [Accepted: 04/05/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The available evidence from in vitro and in vivo studies is deemed not sufficient to draw conclusions about the potential health effects of static magnetic field (SMF) exposure. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to determine the influence of static magnetic fields and phloretin on the redox homeostasis of human dermal fibroblasts. Control fibroblasts and fibroblasts treated with phloretin were subjected to the influence of static magnetic fields. Three chambers with static magnetic fields of different intensities (0.4, 0.55, and 0.7 T) were used in the study. Quantification of superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1), superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD2), glutathione peroxidase 1 (GPX1), microsomal glutathione S-transferase 1 (MGST1), glutathione reductase (GSR), and catalase (CAT) messenger RNAs (mRNAs) was performed by means of real-time reverse transcription PCR (QRT-PCR) technique. Superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and catalase (CAT) activities were measured using a commercially available kit. No significant differences were found in SOD1, SOD2, GPX1, MGST1, GSR, and CAT mRNA levels among the studied groups in comparison to the control culture without phloretin and without the magnet. There were also no changes in SOD, GPx, and CAT activities. In conclusion, our study indicated that static magnetic fields generated by permanent magnets do not exert a negative influence on the oxidative status of human dermal fibroblasts. Based on these studies, it may also be concluded that phloretin does not increase its antioxidant properties under the influence of static magnetic fields. However, SMF-induced modifications at the cellular and molecular level require further clarification.
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- Katarzyna Pawłowska-Góral
- Department of Food and Nutrition, School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jednosci 8, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jednosci 8, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland.
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jednosci 8, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biology, School of Pharmacy with the Division of Laboratory Medicine in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Jednosci 8, 41-200, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Institute of Electrical Drives and Machines KOMEL, 188 Rozdzienskiego Street, 40-203, Katowice, Poland
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- Institute of Electrical Drives and Machines KOMEL, 188 Rozdzienskiego Street, 40-203, Katowice, Poland
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Ferchichi S, Trabelsi H, Azzouz I, Hanini A, Rejeb A, Tebourbi O, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Evaluation of oxidative response and tissular damage in rat lungs exposed to silica-coated gold nanoparticles under static magnetic fields. Int J Nanomedicine 2016; 11:2711-9. [PMID: 27354800 PMCID: PMC4907707 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s103140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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The purpose of our study was the evaluation of toxicological effects of silica-coated gold nanoparticles (GNPs) and static magnetic fields (SMFs; 128 mT) exposure in rat lungs. Animals received a single injection of GNPs (1,100 µg/kg, 100 nm, intraperitoneally) and were exposed to SMFs, over 14 days (1 h/day). Results showed that GNPs treatment induced a hyperplasia of bronchus-associated lymphoid tissue. Fluorescence microscopy images showed that red fluorescence signal was detected in rat lungs after 2 weeks from the single injection of GNPs. Oxidative response study showed that GNPs exposure increased malondialdehyde level and decreased CuZn-superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase activities in rat lungs. Furthermore, the histopathological study showed that combined effects of GNPs and SMFs led to more tissular damages in rat lungs in comparison with GNPs-treated rats. Interestingly, intensity of red fluorescence signal was enhanced after exposure to SMFs indicating a higher accumulation of GNPs in rat lungs under magnetic environment. Moreover, rats coexposed to GNPs and SMFs showed an increased malondialdehyde level, a fall of CuZn-superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase activities in comparison with GNPs-treated group. Hence, SMFs exposure increased the accumulation of GNPs in rat lungs and led to more toxic effects of these nanocomplexes.
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- Soumaya Ferchichi
- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty Of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty Of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty Of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Vascular Pathology, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Pathological Anatomy, National School of Veterinary Medicine of Sidi Thabet, Manouba Univeristy, Manouba, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty Of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty Of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty Of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Carthage, Tunisia
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Ansarihadipour H, Bayatiani M. Influence of Electromagnetic Fields on Lead Toxicity: A Study of Conformational Changes in Human Blood Proteins. IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL 2016; 18:e28050. [PMID: 27651951 PMCID: PMC5022290 DOI: 10.5812/ircmj.28050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2015] [Revised: 04/04/2015] [Accepted: 04/13/2015] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background Electromagnetic fields (EMF) are associated with oxidative stress, which is in turn associated with reactive oxygen species (ROS), anemia, and hypoxia. Objectives This study focused on the synergistic effects of lead ions and EMF on oxidative modifications in hemoglobin (Hb) and plasma proteins. Patients and Methods In this experimental study, the blood samples were obtained from age- and sex-matched healthy subjects at Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran. The collected bloods were prepared as 55 samples and then divided into different groups for incubating with 0 to 100 uM of lead ions in 2 mT and 50 Hz of EMF for 120 minutes. The carbonyl group was determined to be an oxidative biomarker in plasma proteins. The ferric reducing ability of plasma (FRAP) was considered to be an antioxidant power of human plasma. The conformational changes in hemoglobin, met-Hb, and hemichrome were considered to be oxidative markers in red blood cells. To predict the factors affecting the oxyHb, the artificial neural network (MLP: 11,2,2,1) in SPSS software was applied. Results The test subjects showed increased concentrations of metHb (1.8 ± 0.19 vs. 1.36 ± 0.25) and hemichrome (6.01 ± 0.57) in relation to the control subjects. The decreased absorbance at 340 nm (0.88 ± 0.09 vs. 1.07 ± 0.08) demonstrated the reduced interaction between the globin chain and the heme ring. The decreased absorbance at 420 nm (Soret band) (2.96 ± 0.13) and the increased absorbance at 630 nm (0.07 ± 0.002 vs. 0.064 ± 0.005) indicated the conversion of oxyHb to metHb, which confirmed the oxidative damage to the erythrocytes. The linear regression analysis showed significant positive correlations between lead concentration and the percentage of plasma carbonyl content (R2 = 0.96), the relation of plasma carbonyl content to Hb absorbance at 630 nm (R2 = 0.97), and the relation of plasma carbonyl content to metHb concentration (R2 = 0.95) after 120 minutes incubation with lead ions in 20 millitesla and 50 hertz EMF. The artificial neural network analysis showed the significant importance of hemichrome, PCO, metHb, and lead concentration to the oxyHb content of erythrocytes. Conclusions Lead contamination in the presence of an EMF exacerbates the oxidative damage to plasma proteins as well as the conformational changes in Hb. An artificial neural network can be used as a predictive tool for the oxidative danger posed to workers in industrial fields, battery manufacturing companies, and power plants.
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- Hadi Ansarihadipour
- Molecular and Medicine Research Center, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
- Corresponding Author: Hadi Ansarihadipour, Molecular and Medicine Research Center, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran. Tel: +98-8634173502, Fax: +98-8634173529, E-mail:
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- Department of Radiotherapy, Faculty of Paramedicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, IR Iran
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Milovanovich ID, Ćirković S, De Luka SR, Djordjevich DM, Ilić AŽ, Popović T, Arsić A, Obradović DD, Oprić D, Ristić-Djurović JL, Trbovich AM. Homogeneous static magnetic field of different orientation induces biological changes in subacutely exposed mice. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2016; 23:1584-1597. [PMID: 26377971 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-015-5109-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2015] [Accepted: 07/21/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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It has been shown that static magnetic field (SMF) of moderate intensity produces considerable impact on biological systems. SMF can be homogeneous or inhomogeneous. In many studies, inhomogeneous SMF was employed. Aware that inhomogeneous SMF could result in experimental variability, we investigated the influence of a vertical homogeneous SMF of different orientation. Male Swiss-Webster 9- to 10-week-old mice were subacutely exposed to upward- and downward-oriented SMF of 128 mT generated by a cyclotron for 1 h/day during a 5-day period. We found that SMF affected various organs and that these effects were, to some degree, dependent on SMF orientation. Both upward- and downward-oriented SMF caused a reduction in the amount of total white blood cells (WBC) and lymphocytes in serum, a decrease of granulocytes in the spleen, kidney inflammation, and an increase in the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). In addition, upward-oriented SMF caused brain edema and increased spleen cellularity. In contrast, downward-oriented SMF induced liver inflammation and a decrease in the amount of serum granulocytes. These effects might represent a specific redistribution of pro-inflammatory cells in blood and among various organs. It appears that homogeneous SMF of 128 mT affected specific organs in the body, rather than simultaneously and equally influencing the entire body system.
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- Ivan D Milovanovich
- Department of Pathological Physiology, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotića 9, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Physics, University of Belgrade, Pregrevica 118, 11080, Zemun-Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotića 9, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotića 9, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Physics, University of Belgrade, Pregrevica 118, 11080, Zemun-Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute for Medical Research University of Belgrade, Laboratory for Nutrition and Metabolism, Tadeuša Košćuška 1, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute for Medical Research University of Belgrade, Laboratory for Nutrition and Metabolism, Tadeuša Košćuška 1, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotića 9, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotića 9, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Pathological Physiology, School of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Dr Subotića 9, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia.
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Ghodbane S, Ammari M, Lahbib A, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Static magnetic field exposure-induced oxidative response and caspase-independent apoptosis in rat liver: effect of selenium and vitamin E supplementations. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2015; 22:16060-16066. [PMID: 26062464 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-015-4802-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2015] [Accepted: 05/27/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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In the present study, we investigated the implication of oxidative stress and apoptosis under static magnetic field (SMF) in the brain and liver. Moreover, we estimated the protective role of selenium and vitamin E in rat tissues against disorders induced by SMF. Exposure of rats to SMF (128 mT, 1 h/day during five consecutive days) increased the activity of catalase (CAT) (+24 %) in the liver but not in the brain. By contrast, the same treatment failed to alter malondialdehyde (MDA) concentration in the brain and liver. Exposure to SMF also induced hepatocyte apoptosis through a caspase-independent pathway involving mitochondrial apoptosis-inducing factor (AIF) but not in the brain. Selenium and vitamin E supplementations to SMF-exposed rats restored liver CAT activity but failed to minimize liver apoptosis.
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- Soumaya Ghodbane
- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Université de Carthage, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia.
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Université de Carthage, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia
- Institut Supérieur des Sciences Biologiques Appliquées de Tunis, Université de Tunis el Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Université de Carthage, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Université de Carthage, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Université de Carthage, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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Kiełczykowska M, Kocot J, Lewandowska A, Żelazowska R, Musik I. The protective influence of selenium on oxidant disturbances in brain of rats exposed to lithium. Physiol Res 2015; 64:739-46. [PMID: 25804091 DOI: 10.33549/physiolres.932910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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For more than sixty years lithium carbonate has been used in medicine. However, during its administration different side effects including oxidative stress can occur. Selenium belongs to essential elements possessing antioxidant properties. This study aimed at evaluating if selenium could be used as a protective adjuvant in lithium therapy. The experiment was performed on four groups of Wistar rats: I (control), II (Li), III (Se), IV (Li + Se) treated with saline, lithium carbonate (2.7 mg Li/kg b.w.), sodium selenite (0.5 mg Se/kg b.w.) and lithium carbonate (2.7 mg Li/kg b.w.) + sodium selenite (0.5 mg Se/kg b.w.), respectively. All substances were administered as water solutions by stomach tube for 3 or 6 weeks. Catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) as well as malonyldialdehyde (MDA) were determined in brain homogenates. Lithium slightly enhanced MDA and depressed CAT and SOD after 6 weeks as well as GPx after 3 weeks. Selenium co-administration showed tendency to restore the disturbed parameters. Selenium alone and given with lithium significantly increased GPx vs. Li-treated group after 3 weeks. Having regarded the outcomes of this study, the research on application of selenium during lithium treatment seems to be worth continuation.
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- M Kiełczykowska
- Chair and Department of Medical Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.
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Wang L, Du H, Guo X, Wang X, Wang M, Wang Y, Wang M, Chen S, Wu L, Xu A. Developmental abnormality induced by strong static magnetic field inCaenorhabditis elegans. Bioelectromagnetics 2015; 36:178-89. [DOI: 10.1002/bem.21906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2013] [Accepted: 02/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Lei Wang
- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ion Beam Bioengineering; Institute of Technical Biology and Agricultural Engineering; Hefei Institutes of Physical Science; Chinese Academy of Science; Hefei Anhui People's Republic of China
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Lai WY, Huang YC, Chang WJ, Wang HT, Fong TH, Lin CT, Huang HM. Static magnetic field attenuates lipopolysaccharide-induced multiple organ failure: A histopathologic study in mice. Int J Radiat Biol 2015; 91:135-41. [DOI: 10.3109/09553002.2015.959669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Ledoigt G, Sta C, Goujon E, Souguir D, El Ferjani E. Synergistic health effects between chemical pollutants and electromagnetic fields. REVIEWS ON ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH 2015; 30:305-309. [PMID: 26598938 DOI: 10.1515/reveh-2015-0028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2015] [Accepted: 11/02/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Humans and ecosystems are exposed to highly variable and unknown cocktail of chemicals and radiations. Although individual chemicals are typically present at low concentrations, they can interact with each other resulting in additive or potentially synergistic mixture effects. This was also observed with products obtained by radiation actions such as sunlight or electromagnetic fields that can change the effects of chemicals, such as pesticides, and metal trace elements on health. Concomitant presence of various pesticides and their transformation products adds further complexity to chemical risk assessment since chronic inflammation is a key step for cancer promotion. Degradation of a parent molecule can produce several by-products which can trigger various toxic effects with different impacts on health and environment. For instance, the cocktail of sunlight irradiated sulcotrione pesticide has a greater cytotoxicity and genotoxicity than parent molecule, sulcotrione, and questions about the impact of photochemical process on environment. Adjuvants were shown to modify the biological features of pesticides. Addition of other elements, metals or biological products, can differently enhance cell toxicity of pesticides or electromagnetic radiations suggesting a synergy in living organisms. Electromagnetic fields spreading, pesticide by-products and mixtures monitoring become greater for environmental contamination evaluations.
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Ghodbane S, Amara S, Lahbib A, Louchami K, Sener A, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Vitamin E prevents glucose metabolism alterations induced by static magnetic field in rats. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2014; 21:12731-12738. [PMID: 24965009 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-014-3224-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2014] [Accepted: 06/17/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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In the present study, we investigate the effects of a possible protective role of vitamin E (vit E) or selenium (Se) on glucose metabolism disruption induced by static magnetic field (SMF) in rats. Rats have been exposed to SMF (128 mT, 1 h/day during 5 days). Our results showed that SMF failed to alter body weight and relative liver weight. Our data demonstrated that exposure to SMF increased (+21 %) blood glucose level and caused a decrease (-15 %) in liver glycogen content. Moreover, the same treatment induced a reduction of pancreatic islet area. Interestingly, supplementation with vit E (DL α-tocopherol acetate, 150 mg/kg per os during 5 days) prevented alterations induced by SMF on glucose metabolism and liver glycogen content, whereas supplementation with Se (Na2SeO3, 0.20 mg/l, in drinking water for 4 weeks) restored only hepatic glycogen contents. By contrast, both vit E and Se failed to correct the area of pancreatic islets.
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- Soumaya Ghodbane
- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia,
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Lahbib A, Ghodbane S, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Vitamins and glucose metabolism: The role of static magnetic fields. Int J Radiat Biol 2014; 90:1240-5. [DOI: 10.3109/09553002.2014.930537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Aida L, Soumaya G, Myriam E, Mohsen S, Hafedh A. Effects of static magnetic field exposure on plasma element levels in rat. Biol Trace Elem Res 2014; 160:67-72. [PMID: 24894831 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-014-9987-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2014] [Accepted: 04/16/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The interaction of static magnetic fields (SMFs) with living organisms is a rapidly growing field of investigation. The magnetic fields (MFs) effect observed with radical pair recombination is one of the well-known mechanisms by which MFs interact with biological systems. SMF influenced cellular antioxidant defense mechanisms by affecting antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and catalase (CAT). However, there were insufficient reports about the effects of SMF on macro and trace elements in serum, and the results were contradictory until now. In the current study, 12 rats were divided into two groups, namely as control and exposure group (128 mT and 1 h/day during five consecutive days). The macro and trace element concentrations in serum were examined. No significant difference was observed in the sodium (Na), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), and selenium (Se) levels in rat compared to control. By contrast, exposure to SMF showed an increase in the zinc (Zn) level and a decrease in iron (Fe) concentration. Under our experimental conditions, SMF exposure cannot affect the plasma levels of macroelements, while it can disrupt Zn and Fe concentrations in rat.
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- Lahbib Aida
- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, 7021, Jarzouna, Tunisia,
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Yu S, Shang P. A review of bioeffects of static magnetic field on rodent models. PROGRESS IN BIOPHYSICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2014; 114:14-24. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2013.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2013] [Revised: 10/30/2013] [Accepted: 11/05/2013] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Azzouz I, Trabelsi H, Hanini A, Ferchichi S, Tebourbi O, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Interaction between nanoparticles generated by zinc chloride treatment and oxidative responses in rat liver. Int J Nanomedicine 2013; 9:223-9. [PMID: 24403828 PMCID: PMC3883618 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s55974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The aim of the present study was to investigate the interaction of zinc chloride (3 mg/kg, intraperitoneally [ip]) in rat liver in terms of the biosynthesis of nanoparticles. Zinc treatment increased zinc content in rat liver. Analysis of fluorescence revealed the presence of red fluorescence in the liver following zinc treatment. Interestingly, the co-exposure to zinc (3 mg/kg, ip) and selenium (0.20 mg/L, per os [by mouth]) led to a higher intensity of red fluorescence compared to zinc-treated rats. In addition, X-ray diffraction measurements carried out on liver fractions of zinc-treated rats point to the biosynthesis of zinc sulfide and/or selenide nanocomplexes at nearly 51.60 nm in size. Moreover, co-exposure led to nanocomplexes of about 72.60 nm in size. The interaction of zinc with other mineral elements (S, Se) generates several nanocomplexes, such as ZnS and/or ZnSe. The nanocomplex ZnX could interact directly with enzyme activity or indirectly by the disruption of mineral elements’ bioavailability in cells. Subacute zinc or selenium treatment decreased malondialdehyde levels, indicating a drop in lipid peroxidation. In addition, antioxidant enzyme assays showed that treatment with zinc or co-treatment with zinc and selenium increased the activities of glutathione peroxidase, catalase, and superoxide dismutase. Consequently, zinc complexation with sulfur and/or selenium at nanoscale level could enhance antioxidative responses, which is correlated to the ratio of number of ZnX nanoparticles (X=sulfur or X=selenium) to malondialdehyde level in rat liver.
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- Inès Azzouz
- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Tunisia
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Salah MB, Abdelmelek H, Abderraba M. Effects of olive leave extract on metabolic disorders and oxidative stress induced by 2.45 GHz WIFI signals. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2013; 36:826-834. [PMID: 23994945 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2013.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2013] [Revised: 07/16/2013] [Accepted: 07/23/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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We investigated the effect of olive leaves extract administration on glucose metabolism and oxidative response in liver and kidneys of rats exposed to radio frequency (RF). The exposure of rats to RF (2.45 GHz, 1h/day during 21 consecutive days) induced a diabetes-like status. Moreover, RF decreased the activities of glutathione peroxidase (GPx, -33.33% and -49.40%) catalase (CAT, -43.39% and -39.62%) and the superoxide dismutase (SOD, -59.29% and -68.53%) and groups thiol amount (-62.68% and -34.85%), respectively in liver and kidneys. Indeed, exposure to RF increased the malondialdehyde (MDA, 29.69% and 51.35%) concentration respectively in liver and kidneys. Olive leaves extract administration (100 mg/kg, ip) in RF-exposed rats prevented glucose metabolism disruption and restored the activities of GPx, CAT and SOD and thiol group amount in liver and kidneys. Moreover, olive leave extract administration was able to bring down the elevated levels of MDA in liver but not in kidneys. Our investigations suggested that RF exposure induced a diabetes-like status through alteration of oxidative response. Olive leaves extract was able to correct glucose metabolism disorder by minimizing oxidative stress induced by RF in rat tissues.
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- Myriam Ben Salah
- Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Jarzouna, Bizerte 7021, Tunisia; Institut Préparatoire aux Etudes Scientifiques et Techniques, Unité de Recherche Physico-Chimie-Moléculaire, La Marsa, Tunisia.
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Trabelsi H, Azzouz I, Ferchichi S, Tebourbi O, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Nanotoxicological evaluation of oxidative responses in rat nephrocytes induced by cadmium. Int J Nanomedicine 2013; 8:3447-53. [PMID: 24043937 PMCID: PMC3771854 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s49323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to investigate the interaction of cadmium chloride with mineral
elements in rat nephrocytes in terms of the biosynthesis of nanocomplexes. The results show that
selenium supplementation enhanced cadmium accumulation in kidneys. Analysis of the fluorescence
revealed an increase in red fluorescence in the kidneys of rats co-exposed to cadmium and selenium.
Interestingly, X-ray diffraction measurements carried out on kidney fractions of co-exposed rats
point to the biosynthesis of cadmium selenide and/or sulfide nanoparticles (about 62 nm in size).
Oxidative stress assays showed the ability of selenium to reduce lipid peroxidation and to restore
glutathione peroxidase and superoxide dismutase activity in kidneys. Hence, cadmium complexation
with selenium and sulfur at a nanoscale level could reduce oxidative stress induced by cadmium in
kidneys.
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- Hamdi Trabelsi
- Laboratory of Integrative Physiology, Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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Bioeffects of static magnetic fields: oxidative stress, genotoxic effects, and cancer studies. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2013; 2013:602987. [PMID: 24027759 PMCID: PMC3763575 DOI: 10.1155/2013/602987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 115] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2013] [Revised: 07/11/2013] [Accepted: 07/11/2013] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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The interaction of static magnetic fields (SMFs) with living organisms is a rapidly growing field of investigation. The magnetic fields (MFs) effect observed with radical pair recombination is one of the well-known mechanisms by which MFs interact with biological systems. Exposure to SMF can increase the activity, concentration, and life time of paramagnetic free radicals, which might cause oxidative stress, genetic mutation, and/or apoptosis. Current evidence suggests that cell proliferation can be influenced by a treatment with both SMFs and anticancer drugs. It has been recently found that SMFs can enhance the anticancer effect of chemotherapeutic drugs; this may provide a new strategy for cancer therapy. This review focuses on our own data and other data from the literature of SMFs bioeffects. Three main areas of investigation have been covered: free radical generation and oxidative stress, apoptosis and genotoxicity, and cancer. After an introduction on SMF classification and medical applications, the basic phenomena to understand the bioeffects are described. The scientific literature is summarized, integrated, and critically analyzed with the help of authoritative reviews by recognized experts; international safety guidelines are also cited.
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Effect of a static magnetic fields and fluoride ions on the antioxidant defense system of mice fibroblasts. Int J Mol Sci 2013; 14:15017-28. [PMID: 23873295 PMCID: PMC3742285 DOI: 10.3390/ijms140715017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2013] [Revised: 07/08/2013] [Accepted: 07/11/2013] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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The results of studies on the biological influence of magnetic fields are controversial and do not provide clear answers regarding their impact on cell functioning. Fluoride compounds are substances that influence free radical processes, which occur when the reactive forms of oxygen are present. It is not known whether static magnetic fields (SMF) cause any changes in fluoride assimilation or activity. Therefore, the aim of this work was to determine the potential relationship between magnetic field exposure to, and the antioxidant system of, fibroblasts cultured with fluoride ions. Three chambers with static magnetic fields of different intensities (0.4, 0.6, and 0.7 T) were used in this work. Fluoride ions were added at a concentration of 0.12 mM, which did not cause the precipitation of calcium or magnesium. The results of this study show that static magnetic fields reduce the oxidative stress caused by fluoride ions and normalize the activities of antioxidant enzymes, including superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and catalase (CAT). Static magnetic fields modify the energy state of fibroblasts, causing an increase in the ATP concentration and a decrease in the MDA concentration. These results suggest that exposure to fluoride and an SMF improves the tolerance of cells to the oxidative stress induced by fluoride ions.
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Oxidant balance in brain of rats receiving different compounds of selenium. Biometals 2013; 26:763-71. [PMID: 23839117 PMCID: PMC3776242 DOI: 10.1007/s10534-013-9654-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2013] [Accepted: 07/02/2013] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The influence of two organic selenocompounds and sodium selenite on oxidant processes in rat brain tissue was investigated. The study was performed on male Wistar rats. The animals were divided into four groups: I—control; II—administered with sodium selenite; III—provided with selenoorganic compound A of chain structure 4-(o-tolyl-)-selenosemicarbazide of 2-chlorobenzoic acid and IV—provided with selenoorganic compound B of ring structure 3-(2-chlorobenzoylamino-)-2-(o-tolylimino-)-4-methyl-4-selenazoline. Rats were treated by stomach tube at a dose of 5 × 10−4 mg of selenium/g of b.w. once a day for a period of 10 days. In brain homogenates total antioxidant status (TAS), activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx), concentrations of ascorbic acid (AA) and reduced glutathione (GSH) as well as concentration of malonyl dialdehyde (MDA) were determined. TAS was insignificantly diminished in all selenium-supplemented groups versus control. SOD was not significantly influenced by administration of selenium. GPx was markedly decreased in group III versus control, whereas increased in group IV versus control and group III. Selenosemicarbazide depleted AA in well-marked way versus group II. GSH was significantly depressed in group III versus both control and group II and diminished in group IV versus group II. MDA was significantly decreased in group III versus both control and group II, whereas in group IV increased versus group III. As selenazoline A did not decrease elements of antioxidant barrier and increased GPx activity, it seems to be a promising agent for future studies concerning its possible application as a selenium supplement.
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Ghodbane S, Amara S, Arnaud J, Garrel C, Faure H, Favier A, Sakly M, Abdelmelek H. Effect of selenium pre-treatment on plasma antioxidant vitamins A (retinol) and E (α-tocopherol) in static magnetic field-exposed rats. Toxicol Ind Health 2011; 27:949-55. [DOI: 10.1177/0748233711401261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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In the present study, we evaluate the effect of the co-exposure to static magnetic field (SMF) and selenium (Se) on the antioxidant vitamins A and E levels and some other parameters of oxidative stress in rat. Sub-acute exposure of male adult rats to a uniform SMF (128 mT, 1 h/day during 5 consecutive days) increased plasma activity of glutathione peroxidase (+35%) but decreased α-tocopherol (−67%) and retinol levels (−41%). SMF exposure failed to alter the plasmatic thiobarbituric acid-reactive species (TBARs), total thiol groups and selenium concentrations. Sub-chronic administration of Se (Na2SeO3, 0.2 mg/L, for 30 consecutive days, per os) ameliorated the antioxidant capacities in SMF-treated rats. Our investigation demonstrated that sub-acute exposure to SMF induced oxidative stress, which may be prevented by a pretreatment with selenium.
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Affiliation(s)
- Soumaya Ghodbane
- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Jarzouna, Tunisia
- Laboratoire de Stress Oxydant, Département de Biologie Intégrée, CHU-Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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- Laboratoire de Stress Oxydant, Département de Biologie Intégrée, CHU-Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Stress Oxydant, Département de Biologie Intégrée, CHU-Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Stress Oxydant, Département de Biologie Intégrée, CHU-Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Stress Oxydant, Département de Biologie Intégrée, CHU-Grenoble, France
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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- Laboratoire de Physiologie Intégrée, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Jarzouna, Tunisia
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