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Meimei C, Fei Z, Wen X, Huangwei L, Zhenqiang H, Rongjun Y, Qiang Z, Qiuyang L, Xiaozhen L, Yuan Y, Zhaoyang Y, Candong L. Taxus chinensis (Pilg.) Rehder fruit attenuates aging behaviors and neuroinflammation by inhibiting microglia activation via TLR4/NF-κB/NLRP3 pathway. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2025; 337:118943. [PMID: 39413938 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118943] [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: 07/02/2024] [Revised: 08/20/2024] [Accepted: 10/13/2024] [Indexed: 10/18/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE As one of the important by-products of Taxus chinensis (Pilg.) Rehder, its fruit (TCF) has a sweet taste, which is commonly used in folklore to make health care wine reputed for enhancing immune function and promoting anti-aging effects, especially popular in the longevity villages of China for a long history. Evidences had showed that Taxus chinensis fruit contained polysaccharides, flavonoids, amino acids and terpenoids, which all were free of toxic compounds, but its medicinal value has not been fully recognized. Our previous studies have found that TCF extract may reverse many biological events, including oxidative stress, inflammatory response, neuronal apoptosis, etc. by in silico methods, suggesting potential avenues for future pharmaceutical exploration in aging and age-related diseases. AIM OF THE STUDY Yet, the anti-aging properties of TCF have not been specifically studied, this study aims to fill this gap by investigating the effects of TCF extract (TCFE) in an aging mouse model, particularly focusing on its role in inhibiting microglial activation and elucidating its underlying anti-aging mechanisms. MATERIALS AND METHODS An aging mouse model was induced using D-galactose, with interventions involving high, medium, and low doses of TCFE compared to a positive control (2 mg/kg rapamycin combined with 100 mg/kg metformin). The methodology involved evaluating behavioral changes, serum oxidative and antioxidative markers, hypothalamic β-galactosidase activity, expression of the aging-related protein P63, serum inflammatory factors, and the TLR4/NF-κB/NLRP3 inflammatory pathway in hypothalamic tissues. Additionally, to strengthen our in vivo findings, we conducted in vitro experiments on LPS-stimulated BV2 microglial cells. Finally, UPLC-MS/MS for precise component analysis using compound standards, coupled with molecular docking analyses, were employed to discern and elucidate the anti-inflammatory mechanisms of TCF. RESULTS In vivo results revealed TCFE significantly ameliorated behavioral deficits, reduced oxidative stress markers (MDA) and pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL1-β, IL-6, IFNg, TNFα, IL-17), and increased in antioxidants (SOD, T-AOC) and anti-inflammatory factors (IL-10). TCFE also reduced hypothalamic senescence, improved cellular integrity, lowered p63, and inhibited microglia activation and inflammatory pathways (TLR4, NFKB, NLRP3). The overall effect of TCFE was better than that of the positive drug group (rapamycin combined with metformin). In vitro results further revealed that TCFE markedly decreased IL1-β, NFKB, and TLR4 levels in BV2 microglial cells, showing comparable efficacy to a TLR4 classic positive inhibitor C34, supporting its anti-inflammatory role. Through UPLC-MS/MS analysis coupled with compound standards, we identified ten bioactive compounds, including gallocatechin, epigallocatechin, catechin, procyanidin B2, kaempferol, quercetin, rutin, naringin, apigenin, ginkgetin. All these compounds showed strong binding affinity to TLR4, notably procyanidin B2 and rutin, potentially through hydrogen bonds, aromatic cation-π interactions, and hydrophobic interactions, suggesting a molecular basis for their anti-inflammatory action. CONCLUSION TCFE showed strong anti-aging effects by inhibiting microglia activation and lessening oxidative stress and modulating inflammatory pathways. This research supports TCF's use in anti-aging and sets a base for future drug development in the realms of neuroinflammation and aging.
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- Chen Meimei
- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- Science and Innovation Center, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Key Laboratory of Orthopedics & Traumatology of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Rehabilitation Ministry of Education, Fujian University of TCM, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Key Laboratory of Orthopedics & Traumatology of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Rehabilitation Ministry of Education, Fujian University of TCM, China.
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China; Fujian Key Laboratory of TCM Health Status Identification, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, Fujian, China.
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Liu Q, Cao Y, Hu R, Gu L, Yang L, Liu Y, Wang W, Xiao L, Li B. Integrated analysis of biochemical, transcriptomic, and metabolomic response mechanisms in Ussuri catfish (Pseudobagrus ussuriensis) under acute heat stress. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2024; 290:117563. [PMID: 39708448 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.117563] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2024] [Revised: 12/04/2024] [Accepted: 12/15/2024] [Indexed: 12/23/2024]
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Fish metabolism, growth, development, and physiological conditions are highly sensitive to fluctuations in water temperature. The Ussuri catfish (Pseudobagrus ussuriensis) is an important native economic species in China. However, research on heat stress in P. ussuriensis, particularly concerning gene expression and metabolites, remains limited. In this study, we conducted histological observations, biochemical measurements, transcriptomic analysis, and metabolomic analysis on liver tissue from a control group (22 ℃), an acute heat stress group (34 ℃, with samples taken at 0, 3, 6, 12, and 24 h), and a recovery group (sampled 24 h after recovery to 22 ℃). Histopathological analysis showed that liver damage worsened with the duration of heat stress. Biochemical results indicated that acute heat stress significantly impacted the activities of superoxide dismutase, catalase, and alanine aminotransferase, as well as the levels of glutathione, malondialdehyde, and total antioxidant capacity, with alterations remaining even after temperature recovery. Transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses revealed that compared to the control group, 3482, 800, 980, and 1479 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were detected at 0, 6, and 24 h of acute heat stress and at 24 h post-recovery, respectively. Similarly, 114, 151, 365, and 326 differentially expressed metabolites (DEMs), respectively, were detected at the same time points. Furthermore, when comparing 24 h of heat stress with 24 h of recovery, 1279 DEGs and 157 DEMs were identified. Functional enrichment analysis revealed that these DEGs and DEMs were significantly enriched in key pathways, such as endoplasmic reticulum protein processing and glutathione metabolism, with significant changes continuing into the recovery phase. Additionally, substantial alterations in the expression levels of amino acids, sugars, and lipids were observed during heat stress. These findings provide valuable insights into the defense mechanisms of fish under high-temperature stress and lay a theoretical foundation for breeding heat-resistant P. ussuriensis strains, as well as improving sustainable aquaculture management.
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- Qing Liu
- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China.
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China
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- Faculty of Naval Medicine, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China.
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- College of Animal Science, Shanxi Agricultural University, Jinzhong 030800, China; Shanxi Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics Resource Utilization and Breeding, Jinzhong 030800, China.
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Reda RM, Zaki EM, Aioub AAA, Metwally MMM, Mahsoub F. The potential effects of corn cob biochar on mitigating pendimethalin-induced toxicity in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus): Effects on hematological, biochemical, antioxidant-immune parameters, and histopathological alterations. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2024; 279:107213. [PMID: 39706133 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2024.107213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2024] [Revised: 12/07/2024] [Accepted: 12/13/2024] [Indexed: 12/23/2024]
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This study aims to examine the restorative impact of corn cob biochar (CCB) on pendimethalin (PMD)-induced toxicity in Oreochromis niloticus. Fish were divided into four groups: the first control group without treatment, the second group (CCB) exposed to 10 g CCB/L, the third group (PDM) exposed to 0.355 mg PDM/L, and the fourth group (PDM+ CCB) receiving both 0.355 mg PDM/L and 10 g CCB/L for 30 days. PDM exposure resulted in behavioral alterations, low survival rate (73.33 %), hematological and biochemical impairments, increased oxidative stress, suppressed immunity, and histopathological damage in gill, liver, and brain tissues. Co-treatment with CCB significantly alleviated these effects, as evidenced by improved survival rate (88.88 %), hematological, biochemical, and antioxidant-immune parameters and reduced histopathological alterations. In conclusion, CCB demonstrated a promising potential to mitigate PDM-induced toxicity in O. niloticus by enhancing physiological, biochemical, and histological resilience.
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- Rasha M Reda
- Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Sharkia 44511, Egypt.
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- Department of Reproduction and Fish Physiology, Central laboratory for Aquaculture Research (CLAR), Abbassa, Agriculture research Centre, Giza 44662, Egypt
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- Plant Protection Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44511, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology and Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, King Salman International University, Ras Sudr, Egypt; Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Sharkia 44511, Egypt
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- Department of Animal & Poultry Production, Faculty of Technology and Development, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44511, Egypt
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Cunha M, Nardi A, Soares AMVM, Gil AM, Freitas R. Revealing hidden risks: in vitro analysis of PFAS hazards in Mytilus galloprovincialis gills and digestive gland. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 485:136823. [PMID: 39694002 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.136823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2024] [Revised: 11/04/2024] [Accepted: 12/07/2024] [Indexed: 12/20/2024]
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals known for their persistence and bioaccumulation, leading to widespread environmental contamination. Despite their recognised environmental risks, particularly to aquatic wildlife, including marine invertebrates, detailed impact studies are limited. PFAS can be categorised according to the length of the compound chain, with short-chain PFAS announced as a safer alternative to the more commonly used long-chain PFAS. However, recent evidence suggests that also short-chain PFAS pose significant environmental risks. The present study evaluated the adverse effects of six PFAS compounds-two short-chain (PFHxA, 6:2 FTA) and four long-chain (PFUnDA, PFDoA, PFTriDA, PFTeDA)- on the digestive gland and gills of mussels, Mytilus galloprovincialis, using in vitro assays. The results showed organ-specific responses: the digestive gland was more sensitive to PFHxA, with increased catalase activity and decreased total antioxidant capacity, and cellular damage was observed only at higher concentrations of PFTriDA. Gills were more affected by PFDoA and PFTeDA, with inhibited antioxidant enzyme activity and increased oxidative stress. PFHxA and PFTriDA also showed inhibition of acetylcholinesterase activity. 6:2 FTA had the lowest effects for both organs, while PFHxA was the most harmful. These findings underscore the need for thorough risk assessments of PFAS, considering both chain length and organ-specific effects.
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- Marta Cunha
- Department of Biology, University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal; Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM), University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal
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- Dipartimento di Scienze della Vita e dell'Ambiente, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy; NBFC, National Biodiversity Future Center, Palermo 90131, Italy
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- Department of Biology, University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal; Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM), University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal
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- CICECO─Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal
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- Department of Biology, University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal; Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM), University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal.
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Abou-Taleb BA, El-Hadidy WF, Masoud IM, Matar NA, Hussein HS. Dihydroquercetin nanoparticles nasal gel is a promising formulation for amelioration of Alzheimer's disease. Int J Pharm 2024; 666:124814. [PMID: 39384026 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.124814] [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: 07/17/2024] [Revised: 10/05/2024] [Accepted: 10/06/2024] [Indexed: 10/11/2024]
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Dihydroquercetin is a natural flavonoid with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neuroprotective activities. Dihydroquercetin exhibits a great neuroprotector promise in Alzheimer's disorder via preventing the aggregation of amyloid-beta-peptide-Aβ(1-42). The goal of the study was to create dihydroquercetin-loaded-chitosan nanoparticles (DHQ-CS NPs) loaded to a mucoadhesive, thermosensitive in-situ gel for direct nasal administration to cure Alzheimer's disorder. Loading drug in chitosan nanoparticles and incorporation into thermosensitive gel enhanced residence time and reduced mucociliary-clearance. Different in-vitro-physicochemical-characteristics of gels and nanoparticles-characterization were used to evaluate the formulations. The therapeutic effectiveness of DHQ-CS NPs gel was evaluated behaviorally, biochemically and histopathologically in Alzheimer's-rat-model compared to intranasal DHQ gel. The small particles-size was obtained = 235.3 nm of DHQ-CS NPs. The DHQ-CS NPs gel demonstrated a greater release rate compared to the raw DHQ gel. Additionally, the nasal-administration of the DHQ-CS NPs gel showed better In-vivo results compared to DHQ gel, through improvement of memory and learning deficits and also the exploratory behavior and new object memory in streptozotocin induced-Alzheimer rats. Biochemically, the intranasal DHQ-CS NPs gel, showed reduced both Aβ-protein formation and tau protein hyperphosphorylation, inhibition of acetylcholine esterase activity and oxidative stress in the brain with increase of total antioxidants in the brain and serum, compared to DHQ gel. Histopathologically, the DHQ-CS NPs nasal gel produced improvement in the hippocampal and cerebral cortex structures, being comparable to the normal group. Consequently, the intranasal DHQ-CS NPs loaded in-situ gel seems to be a promising therapeutic formulation for Alzheimer's disease medication.
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- Basant A Abou-Taleb
- Department of Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt; Department of Pharmacy Practices, Alexandria University Hospitals, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Pharos University in Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Histochemistry & Cell Biology, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Tran MT, Gomez SV, Alenicheva V, Remcho VT. A Paper-Based Assay for the Determination of Total Antioxidant Capacity in Human Serum Samples. BIOSENSORS 2024; 14:559. [PMID: 39590018 PMCID: PMC11591649 DOI: 10.3390/bios14110559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2024] [Revised: 11/11/2024] [Accepted: 11/13/2024] [Indexed: 11/28/2024]
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Determining the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) of biological samples is a valuable approach to measuring health status under oxidative stress conditions, such as infertility and type 2 diabetes. The Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC) assay is the most common approach to evaluating TAC in biological matrices. This assay is typically performed in clinical settings on a microtiter plate using a plate reader. However, the instrumentation and expertise requirements, and the resulting delay in the reporting of assay outcomes, make solution-based TEAC assays impractical for point-of-care or at-home testing, where individuals may want to monitor their health status during treatment. This work introduces the first microfluidic paper-based analytical device (µPAD) that measures TAC in human serum using TEAC assay chemistry. TAC was determined through a colorimetric image analysis of the degree of decolorization of 2,2'-azinobis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) radical cations (ABTS●+) by serum antioxidants. The µPAD showed a linear response to Trolox, ranging from 0.44 to 2.4 mM, (r = 0.999). The performance of paper-based TEAC assays was validated through direct comparison to solution-based TEAC assays. There was a 0.04 mM difference in TAC values between the two platforms, well within one standard deviation of a standard solution-based assay conducted on an aliquot of the same serum sample (±0.25 mM). The µPAD had a limit of detection (LOD) of 0.20 mM, well below the TAC of normal human serum. The results suggest that the proposed device can be used for biological TAC determination and expands the field of TAC analysis in point-of-care health monitoring.
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- Department of Chemistry, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331, USA; (M.T.T.); (S.V.G.); (V.A.)
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Rynkiewicz-Szczepanska E, Kosciuczuk U, Maciejczyk M. Total Antioxidant Status in Critically Ill Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury and Secondary Organ Failure-A Systematic Review. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:2561. [PMID: 39594227 PMCID: PMC11593164 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14222561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2024] [Revised: 11/07/2024] [Accepted: 11/11/2024] [Indexed: 11/28/2024] Open
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Introduction: The available literature indicates that oxidant-antioxidant imbalance plays a significant role in the pathophysiology of traumatic brain injury and the subsequent secondary organ dysfunctions. However, there is a lack of studies summarizing the knowledge in this area, and no clear guidelines exist regarding the use of biomarkers of oxidative stress as diagnostics tools. Methods: The present work aims to provide a systematic review of the literature on the use of total antioxidant capacity (TAC) assays in predicting the outcomes of traumatic brain injury (TBI). A literature search was conducted up to 1 September 2024, according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA 2020) guidelines, using the PubMed and Scopus databases. Based on the inclusion criteria, 24 studies were used for the final review. Results: Promising data indicate that TAC assays are useful in predicting 30-day mortality and neurological outcomes. Moreover, they correlate with radiological findings on CT scans in brain injury and the clinical classifications of injuries, as well as the parameters of organ failure. Conclusions: Total antioxidant capacity assays can be used to assess the extent of brain damage and prognosticate general vital functions. Future experiments should include long-term randomized clinical trials on larger populations of TBI patients.
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- Ewa Rynkiewicz-Szczepanska
- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Medical University of Bialystok, Kilinskiego Street 1, 15-276 Bialystok, Poland;
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology, and Ergonomics, Medical University of Bialystok, Kilinskiego Street 1, 15-276 Bialystok, Poland;
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology, and Ergonomics, Medical University of Bialystok, Kilinskiego Street 1, 15-276 Bialystok, Poland;
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Altarifi A, Arab L, Al-Azaizeh R, Khataybeh B, Al-Ghadi MQ, Khalifeh M. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Ameliorates Olanzapine-Induced Hypolocomotion in a Rat Model. Life (Basel) 2024; 14:1482. [PMID: 39598279 PMCID: PMC11595574 DOI: 10.3390/life14111482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2024] [Revised: 10/24/2024] [Accepted: 10/26/2024] [Indexed: 11/29/2024] Open
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Olanzapine (OLZ) is a commonly prescribed drug for the treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders. However, OLZ use is associated with several adverse effects, including decreased locomotor activity and increased body weight. While the majority of studies have directed their focus towards managing the metabolic side effects of OLZ, there has been limited attention given to the effects on locomotor activity. This study aimed to investigate the potential therapeutic effect of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in alleviating OLZ-induced locomotor impairment in female Sprague Dawley rats. Subjects were divided into four groups: control rats (CR), HBOT, OLZ, and HBOT + OLZ. In addition to behavioral effects, we also evaluated the total antioxidant capacity (TAC) of rats' brain tissue to demonstrate the maintenance of OLZ effectiveness in improving antioxidant status during the intervention using a rotarod device to measure locomotor activity and coordination. Results showed that HBOT effectively counteracted the hypolocomotion produced after OLZ administration. Moreover, HBOT did not result in a decrease in TAC in brain tissue, which is linked to OLZ treatment effectiveness. Therefore, our results suggest that HBOT may represent a promising non-pharmacological approach to improving locomotor and motor coordination impairments associated with OLZ treatment.
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- Ahmad Altarifi
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan;
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- Department of Veterinary Basic Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan; (L.A.); (R.A.-A.)
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- Department of Veterinary Basic Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan; (L.A.); (R.A.-A.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan;
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Veterinary Basic Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid 22110, Jordan; (L.A.); (R.A.-A.)
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Xavier LEMDS, Reis TCG, Martins ASDP, Santos JCDF, Bueno NB, Goulart MOF, Moura FA. Antioxidant Therapy in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: How Far Have We Come and How Close Are We? Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:1369. [PMID: 39594511 PMCID: PMC11590966 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13111369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2024] [Revised: 11/01/2024] [Accepted: 11/04/2024] [Indexed: 11/28/2024] Open
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Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) pose a growing public health challenge with unclear etiology and limited efficacy of traditional pharmacological treatments. Alternative therapies, particularly antioxidants, have gained scientific interest. This systematic review analyzed studies from MEDLINE, Cochrane, Web of Science, EMBASE, and Scopus using keywords like "Inflammatory Bowel Diseases" and "Antioxidants." Initially, 925 publications were identified, and after applying inclusion/exclusion criteria-covering studies from July 2015 to June 2024 using murine models or clinical trials in humans and evaluating natural or synthetic substances affecting oxidative stress markers-368 articles were included. This comprised 344 animal studies and 24 human studies. The most investigated antioxidants were polyphenols and active compounds from medicinal plants (n = 242; 70.3%). The review found a strong link between oxidative stress and inflammation in IBD, especially in studies on nuclear factor kappa B and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 pathways. However, it remains unclear whether inflammation or oxidative stress occurs first in IBD. Lipid peroxidation was the most studied oxidative damage, followed by DNA damage. Protein damage was rarely investigated. The relationship between antioxidants and the gut microbiota was examined in 103 animal studies. Human studies evaluating oxidative stress markers were scarce, reflecting a major research gap in IBD treatment. PROSPERO registration: CDR42022335357 and CRD42022304540.
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- Postgraduate Studies at the Northeast Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil;
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- Postgraduate Degree in Medical Sciences (PPGCM/UFAL), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil;
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- Postgraduate Degree in Nutrition (PPGNUT), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil; (L.E.M.d.S.X.); (N.B.B.)
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- Postgraduate Studies at the Northeast Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil;
- Institute of Chemistry and Biotechnology (IQB/UFAL), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Degree in Nutrition (PPGNUT), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil; (L.E.M.d.S.X.); (N.B.B.)
- Postgraduate Degree in Medical Sciences (PPGCM/UFAL), Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), Maceió 57072-970, AL, Brazil;
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Li Y, Chen J, Jiang S, Yang Q, Yang L, Huang J, Shi J, Zhang Y, Lu Z, Zhou F. A Comprehensive Assessment of Nutritional Value, Antioxidant Potential, and Genetic Diversity in Metapenaeus ensis from Three Different Populations. BIOLOGY 2024; 13:838. [PMID: 39452146 PMCID: PMC11505122 DOI: 10.3390/biology13100838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2024] [Revised: 10/15/2024] [Accepted: 10/17/2024] [Indexed: 10/26/2024]
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Due to its high tolerance to salinity and temperature, as well as its strong adaptability, Metapenaeus ensis holds an important position in the Chinese aquaculture industry. However, studies on the evaluation of its germplasm resources remain insufficient. This research conducted an in-depth comparative evaluation of M. ensis from three representative farming regions in China: Sanya, Zhuhai, and Raoping. The nutritional analysis of muscle tissue showed no statistically significant differences in crude ash, moisture, and crude protein content among the populations (p > 0.05). However, significant differences were observed in crude fat and total sugar content (p < 0.05). The MeSY and MeRP populations had higher crude fat content than the MeZH population (p < 0.05), while the MeZH population exhibited the highest total sugar content. In terms of amino acid composition, the MeSY population had relatively higher total essential amino acid content and proportion, as well as higher total amino acid content, both of which were statistically significant (p < 0.05). A fatty acid composition analysis further highlighted the advantages of the MeRP population in several key fatty acids (p < 0.05). Physiological and biochemical analyses showed no significant differences among the three populations in total antioxidant capacity, superoxide dismutase activity, or catalase activity (p > 0.05). A genetic diversity analysis indicated that M. ensis has relatively low diversity, with the MeSY population showing higher SNP density and nucleotide diversity. A genetic differentiation analysis revealed significant genetic differentiation between the MeSY and MeZH populations, while differentiation between the MeZH and MeRP populations was relatively smaller. This comprehensive assessment of nutritional components, amino acids, fatty acids, antioxidant capacity, and genetic diversity highlights the advantages of germplasm resources from different regions. These findings provide valuable insights for future research on the genetic characteristics and breeding potential of M. ensis.
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- Yundong Li
- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Efficient Utilization and Processing of Marine Fishery Resources of Hainan Province, Sanya Tropical Fisheries Research Institute, Sanya 572018, China
- Shenzhen Base of South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Shenzhen 518108, China
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- College of Fisheries and Life Sciences, Dalian Ocean University, Dalian 116023, China
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Efficient Utilization and Processing of Marine Fishery Resources of Hainan Province, Sanya Tropical Fisheries Research Institute, Sanya 572018, China
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- Shenzhen Base of South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Shenzhen 518108, China
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- Guangzhou Nansha Fishery Industry Park Co., Ltd., Guangzhou 510000, China
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- Guangzhou Nansha Fishery Industry Park Co., Ltd., Guangzhou 510000, China
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- South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Key Laboratory of South China Sea Fishery Resources Exploitation and Utilization, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510300, China; (Y.L.); (J.C.); (S.J.); (Q.Y.); (L.Y.); (J.H.); (J.S.); (Y.Z.); (Z.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Efficient Utilization and Processing of Marine Fishery Resources of Hainan Province, Sanya Tropical Fisheries Research Institute, Sanya 572018, China
- Shenzhen Base of South China Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Shenzhen 518108, China
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Zheng S, Tang Y, Huang W, Zhang W, Zhang Y, Yang M, Lu H, Li Z, He Y, Qiu X, Liu Y, Gou Z, Qiu Z, Bin Y, Zhang Z, Gao H, Wang W, Peng J, Huang Y, Liang Y. Supplementing pigeon grit with acidifier improves metabolism and the reproductive performance of breeding pigeons as well as the development of growth performance of squabs. Br Poult Sci 2024:1-11. [PMID: 39345106 DOI: 10.1080/00071668.2024.2400692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 08/21/2024] [Indexed: 10/01/2024]
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1. This study evaluated the effectiveness of different types of acidifiers on reproductive performance, body weight loss and plasma biochemical indices of breeding pigeons as well as on growth performance, carcass characteristics, meat quality and plasma biochemical indices of squabs.2. In a 45 d trial, 144 pairs of European white Mimas pigeons were selected and randomly divided into three experimental groups. Three groups of pigeons were fed plain pigeon grit (NC), pigeon grit supplemented with 5% single acidifier (SAG) and pigeon grit supplemented with 5% combined acidifiers (CAG).3. Supplementing with SAG and CAG significantly increased the weight gain in male pigeons from 1-12 d of incubation. However, SAG and CAG had no significant effect on the feed intake of breeding pigeons during incubation, but significantly increased total feed intake of breeding pigeons during the lactation period. Breeder pigeons fed SAG and CAG had significantly higher egg-laying rate at 40 d. In addition, feeding SAG and CAG significantly increased growth rate and slaughter weight of squabs, but SAG reduced the diameter of pectoral muscle fibres. Biochemical indices showed that feeding SAG and CAG improved metabolism and increased the liver function of breeder pigeons and squabs.4. In conclusion, supplementing pigeon grit with acidifiers increased feed intake of breeding pigeons during lactation, protected liver function, enhanced reproductive performance and promoted the growth and development of squabs.
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- S Zheng
- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Poultry Science Institute, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Poultry Science Institute, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Institute of Animal Science, Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Livestock and Poultry Breeding, Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science in South China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding and Nutrition, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Yingde Dehui Agricultural Development Co, Ltd, Yingde, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Acid Power Biotechnology Co, Ltd, Qingyuan, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Shanxi Gezhiyuan Biotechnology Co, Ltd, Xian, Shanxi, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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- Innovative Institute of Animal Healthy Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, College of Light Industry and Food Sciences, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou, Guangdong, P. R. China
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Gholami M, Ghelichkhani Z, Aghakhani R, Klionsky DJ, Motaghinejad O, Motaghinejad M, Koohi MK, Hassan J. Minocycline Acts as a Neuroprotective Agent Against Tramadol-Induced Neurodegeneration: Behavioral and Molecular Evidence. Int J Prev Med 2024; 15:47. [PMID: 39539580 PMCID: PMC11559692 DOI: 10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_10_24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 11/16/2024] Open
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Background Previous evidence indicates that tramadol (TRA) can lead to neurodegenerative events and minocycline (MIN) has neuroprotective properties. Aim of the Study The current research evaluated the neuroprotective effects of MIN for TRA-promoted neurodegeneration. Methods Sixty adult male rats were placed into the following groups: 1 (received 0.7 ml/rat of normal saline, IP), 2 (received 50 mg/kg of TRA, i.p.), 3, 4, 5 (administered TRA as 50 mg/kg simultaneously with MIN at 20, 40, and 60 mg/kg, IP, respectively), and 6 (received MIN alone as 60 mg/kg, IP). The treatment procedure was 21 days. An open field test (OFT) was used to measure motor activity and anxiety-related behavior. Furthermore, oxidative stress; hippocampal inflammation; apoptotic parameters as well as activity of mitochondrial complexes I, II, III, and IV; ATP levels; and mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) were evaluated. In addition, histomorphological alteration was assessed in two regions of the hippocampus: Cornu Ammonis (CA1) and dentate gyrus (DG). Results MIN treatment could inhibit TRA-induced anxiety and motor activity disturbances (P < 0.05). In addition, MIN could attenuate reactive oxygen species (ROS), H2O2, oxidized glutathione (GSSG), and malondialdehyde (MDA) level (P < 0.05), while there was increased reduced glutathione (GSH), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), ATP, MMP, and BCL2 levels (P < 0.05) and also elevation of SOD, GPX, GSR (P < 0.05), and mitochondrial complexes I, II, III, and IV activity (P < 0.05) in TRA-treated rats. In consistence with these findings, MIN could reduce TNF/TNF-α, IL1B/IL1-β, BAX, and CASP3 levels (P < 0.05) in TRA-treated rats. MIN also restored the quantitative (P < 0.05) and qualitative histomorphological sequels of TRA in both CA1 and DG areas of the hippocampus. Conclusions MIN probably has repositioning capability for inhibition of TRA-induced neurodegeneration via modulation of inflammation, oxidative stress, apoptosis, and mitochondrial disorders.
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- Mina Gholami
- Chronic Respiratory Disease Research Center (CRDRC), National Research Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases (NRITLD), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran
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- Chronic Respiratory Disease Research Center (CRDRC), National Research Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases (NRITLD), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Chronic Respiratory Disease Research Center (CRDRC), National Research Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases (NRITLD), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Comparative Bioscience, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Division of Toxicology, Department of Comparative Bioscience, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Andrade AC, Borsoi FT, Saliba ASMC, de Alencar SM, Pastore GM, Arruda HS. Optimization of Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction of Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity from Araticum Peel Using Response Surface Methodology. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:2560. [PMID: 39339535 PMCID: PMC11434794 DOI: 10.3390/plants13182560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2024] [Revised: 09/06/2024] [Accepted: 09/09/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024]
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The peel represents a significant portion of the araticum fruit (about 40%), which becomes waste after its consumption or processing. Previous studies have shown that the araticum peel is rich in phenolic compounds; however, little is known about the ideal conditions for recovering these compounds. Therefore, response surface methodology, using a central composite rotatable design, was employed to optimize the extraction process to maximize the total phenolic compounds (TPCs) and enhance the Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC) from araticum peel. The variables optimized were ethanol concentration (EC; 20-80%, v/v), extraction time (ET; 5-45 min), and solid-solvent ratio (SSR; 10-100 mg/mL). Additionally, condensed tannins, antioxidant capacity against synthetic free radicals (TEAC and FRAP) and reactive oxygen species (ROS), and the phenolic compounds profile, were evaluated. Optimum extraction conditions were 50% (v/v) ethanol concentration, 5 min of extraction time, and 10 mg/mL solid-solvent ratio. Under these conditions, experimental TPCs and TEAC values were 70.16 mg GAE/g dw and 667.22 µmol TE/g dw, respectively, comparable with predicted models (68.47 mg GAE/g dw for TPCs and 677.04 µmol TE/g dw for TEAC). A high condensed tannins content (76.49 mg CE/g dw) was also observed and 12 phenolic compounds were identified, predominantly flavonoids (97.77%), including procyanidin B2, epicatechin, and catechin as the major compounds. Moreover, a potent antioxidant activity was observed against synthetic free radicals and ROS, especially in scavenging peroxyl and hydroxyl radicals. From this study, we obtained the ideal conditions for recovering phenolic compounds from araticum peel using a simple, fast, sustainable, and effective method, offering a promising opportunity for the management of this plant byproduct.
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- Amanda Cristina Andrade
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), School of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), School of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Agri-Food Industry, Food and Nutrition, Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, University of São Paulo, Piracicaba 13418-900, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Agri-Food Industry, Food and Nutrition, Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, University of São Paulo, Piracicaba 13418-900, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), School of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition (DECAN), School of Food Engineering (FEA), University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas 13083-862, São Paulo, Brazil
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Rog J, Łobejko Ł, Hordejuk M, Marciniak W, Derkacz R, Kiljańczyk A, Matuszczak M, Lubiński J, Nesterowicz M, Żendzian-Piotrowska M, Zalewska A, Maciejczyk M, Karakula-Juchnowicz H. Pro/antioxidant status and selenium, zinc and arsenic concentration in patients with bipolar disorder treated with lithium and valproic acid. Front Mol Neurosci 2024; 17:1441575. [PMID: 39324118 PMCID: PMC11423611 DOI: 10.3389/fnmol.2024.1441575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2024] [Accepted: 08/19/2024] [Indexed: 09/27/2024] Open
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Disturbances in pro/antioxidant balance emerge as a crucial element in bipolar disorder (BD). Some studies suggest that treatment effects on trace element concentration in BD. This study aimed to identify (a) the changes related to oxidative stress in BD and their relationship with trace elements engaged in pro/antioxidant homeostasis; (b) BD biomarkers using machine learning algorithm classification and regression tree (C&RT) analysis. 62 individuals with BD and 40 healthy individuals (HC) were included in the study. The concentration of pro/antioxidant state and concentration of selenium, zinc, arsenic in blood were assessed. We found a higher concentration of total antioxidant capacity, catalase, advanced oxidation protein products and a lower concentration of 4-hydroxynonenal (4-HNE), glutathione, glutathione peroxidase (GPx) in BD compared to HC. All examined trace elements were lower in the BD group compared to HC. A combination of two variables, 4-HNE (cut-off: ≤ 0.004 uM/mg protein) and GPx (cut-off: ≤ 0.485 U/mg protein), was the most promising markers for separating the BD from the HC. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve values for C&RT was 90.5%. Disturbances in the pro/antioxidant state and concentration of trace elements of patients with BD may be a target for new therapeutic or diagnostic opportunity of BD biomarkers.
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- Joanna Rog
- Laboratory of Human Metabolism Research, Department of Dietetics, Institute of Human Nutrition Sciences, Warsaw University of Life Sciences (WULS-SGGW), Warsaw, Poland
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- Mental Health Center at the Independent Public Healthcare in Leżajsk, Leżajsk, Poland
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- 1st Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Early Intervention, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Genetics and Pathology, International Hereditary Cancer Center, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
- Read-Gene, Grzepnica, Poland
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- Department of Genetics and Pathology, International Hereditary Cancer Center, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
- Read-Gene, Grzepnica, Poland
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- Department of Genetics and Pathology, International Hereditary Cancer Center, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Genetics and Pathology, International Hereditary Cancer Center, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Genetics and Pathology, International Hereditary Cancer Center, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
- Read-Gene, Grzepnica, Poland
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- Students’ Scientific Club “Biochemistry of Civilization Diseases” at the Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Ergonomics, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Independent Laboratory of Experimental Dentistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Ergonomics, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- 1st Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Early Intervention, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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Pawluk H, Tafelska-Kaczmarek A, Sopońska M, Porzych M, Modrzejewska M, Pawluk M, Kurhaluk N, Tkaczenko H, Kołodziejska R. The Influence of Oxidative Stress Markers in Patients with Ischemic Stroke. Biomolecules 2024; 14:1130. [PMID: 39334896 PMCID: PMC11430825 DOI: 10.3390/biom14091130] [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: 06/25/2024] [Revised: 07/27/2024] [Accepted: 09/02/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024] Open
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Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide, and its incidence is rising rapidly. Acute ischemic stroke is a subtype of stroke that accounts for the majority of stroke cases and has a high mortality rate. An effective treatment for stroke is to minimize damage to the brain's neural tissue by restoring blood flow to decreased perfusion areas of the brain. Many reports have concluded that both oxidative stress and excitotoxicity are the main pathological processes associated with ischemic stroke. Current measures to protect the brain against serious damage caused by stroke are insufficient. For this reason, it is important to investigate oxidative and antioxidant strategies to reduce oxidative damage. This review focuses on studies assessing the concentration of oxidative stress biomarkers and the level of antioxidants (enzymatic and non-enzymatic) and their impact on the clinical prognosis of patients after stroke. Mechanisms related to the production of ROS/RNS and the role of oxidative stress in the pathogenesis of ischemic stroke are presented, as well as new therapeutic strategies aimed at reducing the effects of ischemia and reperfusion.
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- Hanna Pawluk
- Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Karlowicza 24, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Gagarina 7, 87-100 Torun, Poland
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- Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Karlowicza 24, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Karlowicza 24, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Karlowicza 24, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Karlowicza 24, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Institute of Biology, Pomeranian University in Slupsk, Arciszewski 22B, 76-200 Slupsk, Poland
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- Institute of Biology, Pomeranian University in Slupsk, Arciszewski 22B, 76-200 Slupsk, Poland
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- Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Karlowicza 24, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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Santos DF, Simão S, Nóbrega C, Bragança J, Castelo-Branco P, Araújo IM. Oxidative stress and aging: synergies for age related diseases. FEBS Lett 2024; 598:2074-2091. [PMID: 39112436 DOI: 10.1002/1873-3468.14995] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 10/04/2024]
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Aging is characterized by a progressive decline in physiological function and underlies several disabilities, including the increased sensitivity of cells and tissues to undergo pathological oxidative stress. In recent years, efforts have been made to better understand the relationship between age and oxidative stress and further develop therapeutic strategies to minimize the impact of both events on age-related diseases. In this work, we review the impact of the oxidant and antioxidant systems during aging and disease development and discuss the crosstalk of oxidative stress and other aging processes, with a focus on studies conducted in elderly populations.
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- Daniela F Santos
- Algarve Biomedical Center (ABC), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-RI), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
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- Algarve Biomedical Center (ABC), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-RI), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (FMCB), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
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- Algarve Biomedical Center (ABC), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-RI), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (FMCB), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- ABC Collaborative Laboratory, Association for Integrated Aging and Rejuvenation Solutions (ABC CoLAB), Loulé, Portugal
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- Algarve Biomedical Center (ABC), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-RI), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (FMCB), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- ABC Collaborative Laboratory, Association for Integrated Aging and Rejuvenation Solutions (ABC CoLAB), Loulé, Portugal
- Champalimaud Research Program, Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Algarve Biomedical Center (ABC), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-RI), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (FMCB), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- ABC Collaborative Laboratory, Association for Integrated Aging and Rejuvenation Solutions (ABC CoLAB), Loulé, Portugal
- Champalimaud Research Program, Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Algarve Biomedical Center (ABC), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Algarve Biomedical Center Research Institute (ABC-RI), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (FMCB), University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal
- ABC Collaborative Laboratory, Association for Integrated Aging and Rejuvenation Solutions (ABC CoLAB), Loulé, Portugal
- Champalimaud Research Program, Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, Lisbon, Portugal
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Mu Z, Wang Y, Guo J, Zhao M. Active site-tuned high peroxidase-like activity nanozyme for on-the-spot detection of saliva total antioxidant capacity using smartphone devices. Talanta 2024; 276:126207. [PMID: 38718650 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2024.126207] [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: 02/19/2024] [Revised: 04/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) based nanozymes with clear structure are beneficial for exploration of structural-performance and exhibit broad prospects in improving activity. In this study, the prepared bimetallic Fe3Ni-MOF nanozyme was superior to single metal MOF in the peroxidase-like activity. Subsequently, a derivative nanozyme (Fe3Ni-MOF-Ar) was prepared by pyrolysis using Fe3Ni-MOF as the precursor in argon atomoshere with controlled temperature. The investigated of Fe3Ni-MOF-Ar revealed that the irregular macroporous state and the presence of heterovalent FeIII/FeII sites of Fe3Ni-MOF-Ar enable the retention, exposure, and electronic structure regulation of active sites, promoting the dual mechanism (the generation of •OH and electron transfer mechanism) and significantly increasing the peroxidase-like activity. Fe3Ni-MOF-Ar exhibited a strong affinity for substrate H2O2, which is higher than horseradish peroxidase. Ascorbic acid and cysteine are typical substances of antioxidants. Fe3Ni-MOF-Ar was used for sensitive colorimetric detection of ascorbic acid and cysteine, and the detection limit was as low as 150 and 60 nM. In addition, the smartphone devices was used to detection of antioxidant equivalent ascorbic acid, with a detection range of 0.5-120 μM. Fe3Ni-MOF-Ar nanozyme is feasible for sensitive detection of saliva total antioxidant capacity.
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- Zhao Mu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150001, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150001, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology of Hebei Province, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, China
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- College of Life Science, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, China
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Silvestrini A, Mancini A. The Double-Edged Sword of Total Antioxidant Capacity: Clinical Significance and Personal Experience. Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:933. [PMID: 39199179 PMCID: PMC11351343 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13080933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2024] [Revised: 07/23/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 09/01/2024] Open
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Oxidative stress (OS) could be a condition underlying several human diseases, despite the physiological role of reactive oxygen species (oxidative eustress). Therefore, antioxidant compounds could represent a modulatory mechanism for maintaining a proper redox balance and redox signaling. When antioxidants are insufficient or overwhelmed, OS ensues, causing multiple damages at molecular, tissue, and cellular levels. This study focuses on the role of total antioxidant capacity (TAC) as a biomarker to be interpreted according to several clinical scenarios. After a brief description of various assay methods to elucidate terminology and physiopathological roles, we focus on the hormonal influence on TAC in blood plasma and other biological fluids, as different endocrine systems can modulate the antioxidant response. Furthermore, OS characterizes several endocrinopathies through different mechanisms: an inadequate antioxidant response to an increase in reducing equivalents (reductive distress) or a marked consumption of antioxidants (oxidative distress), which leads to low TAC values. An increased TAC could instead represent an adaptive mechanism, suggesting a situation of OS. Hence, the clinical context is fundamental for a correct interpretation of TAC. This review aims to provide the reader with a general overview of oxidative stress in several clinical examples of endocrine relevance, such as metabolic syndrome, non-thyroid illness syndrome, hypopituitarism, and infertility. Finally, the impact of dietary and surgical interventions on TAC in the model of metabolic syndrome is highlighted, along with personal experience.
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- Andrea Silvestrini
- Dipartimento di Scienze Biotecnologiche di Base, Cliniche Intensivologiche e Perioperatorie, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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Hata M, Kadoya Y, Ueno J, Taki M, Kodera M. Dicopper Complexes of p-Cresol-2,6-bis(amide-tether-dpa 4-X) (X = MeO and Cl): Selective ROS Generation and Cytotoxicity Enhancement Controlled by Electronic and Hydrophobic Effects of the MeO and Cl Groups. Inorg Chem 2024; 63:13893-13902. [PMID: 39011904 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.4c01072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/17/2024]
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Two new p-cresol-2,6-bis(amide-tether-dpa4-X) ligands (HL4-X, X = MeO and Cl) and their dicopper complexes [Cu2(μ-1,1-OAc)(μ-1,3-OAc)(L4-MeO)]Y (Y = PF6 1a, OAc 1b) and [Cu2(μ-1,3-OAc)2(L4-Cl)]Y (Y = ClO4 2a, OAc 2b) were synthesized. The electronic and hydrophobic effects of the MeO and Cl groups were examined compared with nonsubstituted complex [Cu2(μ-1,1-OAc)(μ-1,3-OAc)(L)]+ (3). The electronic effects were found in crystal structures, spectroscopic characterization, and redox potentials of these complexes. 1b and 2b were reduced to Cu(I)Cu(I) with sodium ascorbate and reductively activated O2 to produce H2O2 and HO•. The H2O2 release and HO• generation are promoted by the electronic effects. The hydrophobic effects increased the lipophilicity of 1b and 2b. Cellular ROS generation of 1b, 2b, and 3 was visualized by DCFH-DA. To examine the intracellular behavior, boron dipyrromethene (Bodipy)-modified complexes 4B and 5B corresponding to 1b and 2b were synthesized. These support that 1b and 2b are localized at the ER and Golgi apparatus. The cytotoxicity of 1b and 2b against various cell lines was examined by MTT assay. 1b and 2b were 7- and 41-fold more cytotoxic than 3. 1b generated ROS selectively in cancer cell but 2b nonselectively in cancer and normal cells, causing cancer- and normal-cell-selective cytotoxicity, respectively.
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- Machi Hata
- Department of Molecular Chemistry and Biochemistry, Doshisha University, Kyotanabe Kyoto 610-0321, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Chemistry and Biochemistry, Doshisha University, Kyotanabe Kyoto 610-0321, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Chemistry and Biochemistry, Doshisha University, Kyotanabe Kyoto 610-0321, Japan
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- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University, Furo, Chikusa, Nagoya 464-8601, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Chemistry and Biochemistry, Doshisha University, Kyotanabe Kyoto 610-0321, Japan
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Reda RM, El-Murr A, Abdel-Basset NA, Metwally MMM, Ibrahim RE. Implications of ammonia stress for the pathogenicity of Shewanella spp. in Oreochromis niloticus: effects on hematological, biochemical, immunological, and histopathological parameters. BMC Vet Res 2024; 20:324. [PMID: 39026304 PMCID: PMC11256577 DOI: 10.1186/s12917-024-04175-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 07/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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Environmental stressors (such as ammonia) in aquaculture could increase the risk of pathogenicity, posing a more severe threat to farmed fish. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of ammonia stress on the pathogenicity of Shewanella spp. in Oreochromis niloticus. First, a 96-hour static test was used to determine the median lethal concentration (LC50) of unionized ammonia to Nile tilapia. After 96 h of exposure, the Un-ionized ammonia (UIA) LC50 was estimated to be 4.26 mg/L. Second, an experiment was conducted to test the effect of unionized ammonia stress on the pathogenicity of Shewanella spp. in O. niloticus for 30 days. A study involved 180 fish divided into six groups, with the first group serving as a control. The second group (AMN1/10) and the third group (AMN1/20) were not challenged and were exposed to 1/10 (0.42 mg/L) and 1/20 (0.21 mg/L) of the 96-hour LC50 of UIA, respectively. Then 0.2 mL (0.14 × 105) of Shewanella spp. was intraperitoneally injected into the fourth (SH), fifth (SH + AMN1/10), and sixth (SH + AMN1/20) groups, which were subjected to 0, 1/10 (0.42 mg/L), and 1/20 (0.21 mg/L) of the 96-hour LC50 of UIA, respectively. The survival rate, hematological indices, immunological parameters, and antioxidant activity of the fish significantly decreased when they were exposed to ammonia and Shewanella infection separately or together. Histopathological changes were also observed in the kidney and liver. Furthermore, both individual and combined exposures significantly altered renal and hepatic function, with notable increases in glucose and cortisol levels, as well as in the expression of proinflammatory cytokine genes (TNF-α and IL-1ß). However, the detrimental effects of co-exposure to ammonia stress and Shewanella infection were greater than those of separate exposures. As a result, we may say that increased ammonia concentrations enhance the infection of Shewanella spp. These findings could contribute to a better understanding of Shewanella infection in Nile tilapia.
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- Rasha M Reda
- Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, PO Box 44511, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt.
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- Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, PO Box 44511, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt
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- Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, PO Box 44511, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, PO Box 44511, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt
- Department of Pathology and Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, King Salman International University, Ras Sudr, Egypt
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- Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, PO Box 44511, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt
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Kim E, Redwood S, Liu F, Roche DJO, Chen S, Bentley WE, Eaton WW, Čiháková D, Talor MV, Kelly DL, Payne GF. Pilot study indicates that a gluten-free diet lowers oxidative stress for gluten-sensitive persons with schizophrenia. Schizophr Res 2024; 269:71-78. [PMID: 38749320 PMCID: PMC11215979 DOI: 10.1016/j.schres.2024.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
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One-third of people with schizophrenia have elevated levels of anti-gliadin antibodies (AGA IgG). A 5-week randomized double-blind pilot study was performed in 2014-2017 in an inpatient setting to test the effect of a gluten-free diet (GFD) on participants with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder who also had elevated AGA IgG (≥ 20 U) but were negative for celiac disease. This earlier pilot study reported that the GFD-group showed improved gastrointestinal and psychiatric symptoms, and also improvements in TNF-α and the inflammatory cytokine IL-23. Here, we performed measurements of these banked plasma samples to detect levels of oxidative stress (OxSt) using a recently developed iridium (Ir)-reducing capacity assay. Triplicate measurements of these samples showed an Intraclass Correlation Coefficient of 0.84 which indicates good reproducibility. Further, a comparison of the OxSt measurements at the baseline and 5-week end-point for this small sample size shows that the GFD-group (N = 7) had lowered OxSt levels compared to the gluten-containing diet group (GCD; N = 9; p = 0.05). Finally, we showed that improvements in OxSt over these 5 weeks were correlated to improvements in gastrointestinal (r = +0.64, p = 0.0073) and psychiatric (r = +0.52, p = 0.039) symptoms. Also, we showed a possible association between the decrease in OxSt and the lowered levels of IL-23 (r = +0.44, p = 0.087), although without statistical significance. Thus, the Ir-reducing capacity assay provides a simple, objective measure of OxSt with the results providing further evidence that inflammation, redox dysregulation and OxSt may mediate interactions between the gut and brain.
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- Eunkyoung Kim
- Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States; Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States
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- Fischell Department of Bioengineering, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States
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- Maryland Psychiatric Research Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21228, United States
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- Maryland Psychiatric Research Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21228, United States
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- Maryland Psychiatric Research Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21228, United States
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- Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States; Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States; Fischell Department of Bioengineering, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States
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- Department of Mental Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD 21205, United States
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- Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, 21205, United States; Department of Pathology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, United States
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- Department of Pathology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, United States
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- Maryland Psychiatric Research Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21228, United States.
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- Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States; Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, United States.
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Tiekwe JE, Ongbayokolak N, Dabou S, Natheu CK, Goka MS, Nya Biapa PC, Annesi-Maesano I, Telefo PB. Respiratory Symptoms and Changes of Oxidative Stress Markers among Motorbike Drivers Chronically Exposed to Fine and Ultrafine Air Particles: A Case Study of Douala and Dschang, Cameroon. J Clin Med 2024; 13:3816. [PMID: 38999382 PMCID: PMC11242172 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13133816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2024] [Revised: 06/13/2024] [Accepted: 06/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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Recent studies revealed that the high production of reactive oxidative species due to exposure to fine or ultrafine particles are involved in many chronic respiratory disorders. However, the poor standard of clinical data in sub-Saharan countries makes the assessment of our knowledge on the health impacts of air pollution in urban cities very difficult. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the distribution of respiratory disorders associated with exposure to fine and ultrafine air particles through the changes of some oxidative stress biomarkers among motorbike drivers from two cities of Cameroon. Methods: A cross-sectional survey using a standardized questionnaire was conducted in 2019 on 191 motorcycle drivers (MDs) working in Douala and Dschang. Then, the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and the level of malondialdehyde (MDA) were measured using colorimetric methods. The data of participants, after being clustered in Microsoft Excel, were analyzed and statistically compared using SPSS 20 software. Results: The motorbike drivers recruited from both cities were from 21 to 40 years old, with a mean age of 29.93 (±0.82). The distribution of respiratory disorders, such as a runny nose, cold, dry cough, chest discomfort, and breathlessness, was significantly increased among MDs in Douala. According to the results of biological assays, SOD and MDA were significantly greater among the MDs recruited in Douala compared to those of Dschang. The change in these oxidative stress markers was significantly positively correlated with the mobilization of monocytes and negatively correlated with neutrophils, showing the onset and progression of subjacent inflammatory reactions, and it seemed to be significantly influenced by the location MDs lived in. Conclusions: Through this study, we have confirmed the evidence supporting that the onset and progression of oxidative stress is caused by the long-term exposure to fine or ultrafine air particles among working people living in urban cities. Further studies should be conducted to provide evidence for the cellular damage and dysfunction related to the chronic exposure to fine particulate matter (PM) in the air among working people in the metropolitan sub-Saharan Africa context.
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- Joseph Eloge Tiekwe
- Department of Biochemistry, University of Dschang, Dschang P.O. Box 67, Cameroon
- Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Leipzig, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Dschang, Dschang P.O. Box 67, Cameroon
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Dschang, Dschang P.O. Box 67, Cameroon
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Dschang, Dschang P.O. Box 67, Cameroon
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Dschang, Dschang P.O. Box 67, Cameroon
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- Desbrest Institute of Epidemiology and Public Health, University Montpellier, INSERM, 34090 Montpellier, France
- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Allergology, and Thoracic Oncology, University Hospital of Montpellier, 34295 Montpellier, France
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Dschang, Dschang P.O. Box 67, Cameroon
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Chaiyasing R, Jinagool P, Wipassa V, Kusolrat P, Aengwanich W. Impact of rising temperature on physiological and biochemical alterations that affect the viability of blood cells in American bullfrog crossbreeds. Heliyon 2024; 10:e32416. [PMID: 38933952 PMCID: PMC11200338 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e32416] [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: 04/12/2024] [Revised: 06/01/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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The study aimed to examine the impact of increasing environmental temperatures on physiological changes, oxidative stress, nitric oxide production, total antioxidant capacity, and blood cell viability in American bullfrog crossbreeds. Frogs and frog blood cells were exposed to temperature ranges of 25-33 °C and 25-37 °C, respectively. Physiological parameters (body temperature, pulse rate, ventilation rate, and oxygen saturation) and biochemical parameters (total antioxidant power, hydrogen peroxide, malondialdehyde, nitric oxide, and mitochondrial activity) were measured at every 2 °C increment. Results showed that body temperature rose with increased environmental temperature (P < 0.05). Pulse rates at 33 °C were higher than those at 25-31 °C (P < 0.05). Ventilation rates at 31 °C exceeded those at 25 °C and 27 °C (P < 0.05). Oxygen saturation levels remained stable at 25-33 °C (P > 0.05). Total antioxidant power at 25 °C was greater than at 27-37 °C (P < 0.05). Hydrogen peroxide levels at 27 °C were higher compared to 25 °C and 31-37 °C (P < 0.05). Malondialdehyde levels at 25-33 °C were higher than at 35 °C and 37 °C (P < 0.05). Nitric oxide levels at 37 °C were higher than at 25-33 °C (P < 0.05), and at 35 °C were higher than at 25-31 °C (P < 0.05). Blood cell viability at 25-31 °C was higher than at 37 °C (P < 0.05). These results suggest that at an environmental temperature of 33 °C, the frogs' body temperature approached 31 °C or higher, and were likely to be harmful to the frogs. Finally, the environmental temperature that caused frog blood cell death was 37 °C.
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- Stress and Oxidative Stress in Animal Research Unit of Mahasarakham University, Thailand
- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham, 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham, 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Nakhonratchasima Rajabhat University, Nakhonratchasima, 30000, Thailand
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- Stress and Oxidative Stress in Animal Research Unit of Mahasarakham University, Thailand
- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham, 44000, Thailand
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Pańczyszyn-Trzewik P, Stachowicz K, Misztak P, Nowak G, Sowa-Kućma M. Repeated Sulforaphane Treatment Reverses Depressive-like Behavior and Exerts Antioxidant Effects in the Olfactory Bulbectomy Model in Mice. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:762. [PMID: 38931429 PMCID: PMC11206991 DOI: 10.3390/ph17060762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2024] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Growing evidence suggests that activators of nuclear factor erythroid-derived 2-like 2 (Nrf2), such as sulforaphane, may represent promising novel pharmacological targets for conditions related to oxidative stress, including depressive disorder. Therefore, we conducted a study to explore the behavioral and biochemical effects of repeated (14 days) sulforaphane (SFN) treatment in the olfactory bulbectomy (OB) animal model of depression. An open field test (OFT), splash test (ST), and spontaneous locomotor activity test (LA) were used to assess changes in depressive-like behavior and the potential antidepressant-like activity of SFN. The OB model induced hyperactivity in mice during the OFT and LA as well as a temporary loss of self-care and motivation in the ST. The repeated administration of SFN (10 mg/kg) effectively reversed these behavioral changes in OB mice across all tests. Additionally, a biochemical analysis revealed that SFN (10 mg/kg) increased the total antioxidant capacity in the frontal cortex and serum of the OB model. Furthermore, SFN (10 mg/kg) significantly enhanced superoxide dismutase activity in the serum of OB mice. Overall, the present study is the first to demonstrate the antidepressant-like effects of repeated SFN (10 mg/kg) treatment in the OB model and indicates that these benefits may be linked to improved oxidative status.
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- Patrycja Pańczyszyn-Trzewik
- Department of Human Physiology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, Kopisto 2a, 35-959 Rzeszow, Poland;
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- Department of Neurobiology, Maj Institute of Pharmacology, Polish Academy of Sciences, Smetna 12, 31-343 Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20-900 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Neurobiology, Maj Institute of Pharmacology, Polish Academy of Sciences, Smetna 12, 31-343 Krakow, Poland
- Department of Pharmacobiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Medyczna 9, 30-688 Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Human Physiology, Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, Kopisto 2a, 35-959 Rzeszow, Poland;
- Centre for Innovative Research in Medical and Natural Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, Warzywna 1A, 35-310 Rzeszow, Poland
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Mohamadizadeh M, Dehghan P, Azizi-Soleiman F, Maleki P. Effectiveness of date seed on glycemia and advanced glycation end-products in type 2 diabetes: a randomized placebo-controlled trial. Nutr Diabetes 2024; 14:37. [PMID: 38824123 PMCID: PMC11144252 DOI: 10.1038/s41387-024-00287-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2024] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic medical condition affecting more than 95% of people with diabetes. Traditionally, some medicinal plants have been considered as an effective approach in management of T2DM. This trial evaluated the effects of date seed powder (DSP) on glycemia indices and oxidative stress in T2DM patients. METHODS In this trail, 43 patients with T2DM were randomized to two groups: either 5 g/d of the DSP or placebo for 8 weeks. Levels of glycemic indices, lipolpolysaccharide (LPS), and soluble receptor for advanced glycation end products (s-RAGE), as well as other parameters associated with oxidative stress were assessed at baseline and after 8 weeks. Independent t-test and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) were used for between-groups comparisons at baseline and the post-intervention phase, respectively. RESULTS The results showed that supplementation with DSP significantly decreased HbA1c (-0.30 ± 0.48%), insulin (-1.70 ± 2.21 μU/ml), HOMA-IR (-1.05 ± 0.21), HOMA-B (-0.76 ± 21.21), lipopolysaccharide (LPS) (-3.68 ± 6.05 EU/mL), and pentosidine (118.99 ± 21.67 pg/mL) (P < 0.05, ANCOVA adjusted for baseline and confounding factors). On the other hand, DSP supplementation significantly increased total antioxidant capacity (TAC) (0.50 ± 0.26 mmol/L), superoxide dismutase (SOD) (0.69 ± 0.32 U/ml), and s-RAGE (240.13 ± 54.25 pg/mL) compared to the placebo group. FPG, hs-CRP, GPx, CML, and uric acid had no significant within- or between-group changes. CONCLUSION Supplementation of DSP could be considered an effective strategy to improve glycemic control and oxidative stress in T2DM patients (Registration ID at www.irct.ir : IRCT20150205020965N10).
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- Mehdi Mohamadizadeh
- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Diet Therapy, Nutrition Research Center, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Health, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran.
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Luo Z, Lin ZY, Li ZF, Fu ZQ, Han FL, Li EC. Next-generation neonicotinoid: The impact of cycloxaprid on the crustacean decapod Penaeus vannamei. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 358:142150. [PMID: 38679174 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142150] [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: 02/21/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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Cycloxaprid, a new neonicotinoid pesticide, poses ecological risks, particularly in aquatic environments, due to its unique action and environmental dispersal. This study investigated the ecotoxicological effects of various concentrations of cycloxaprid on Penaeus vannamei over 28 days. High cycloxaprid levels significantly altered shrimp physiology, as shown by changes in the hepatosomatic index and fattening. Indicators of oxidative stress, such as increased serum hemocyanin, respiratory burst, and nitric oxide, as well as decreased phenol oxidase activity, were observed. Additionally, elevated activities of lactate dehydrogenase, succinate dehydrogenase, and isocitrate dehydrogenase indicated disrupted energy metabolism in the hepatopancreas. Notably, analyses of the nervous system revealed marked disturbances in neural signaling, as evidenced by elevated acetylcholine, octopamine, and acetylcholinesterase levels. Transcriptomic analysis highlighted significant effects on gene expression and metabolic processes in the hepatopancreas and nervous system. This study demonstrated that cycloxaprid disrupts neural signaling and oxidative balance in P. vannamei, potentially affecting its growth, and provides key insights into its biochemical and transcriptomic toxicity in aquatic systems.
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- Zhi Luo
- School of Life Sciences, East China Normal University, 500 Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, 200241, China; School of Marine Biology and Fisheries, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan, 570228, China
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- School of Marine Biology and Fisheries, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan, 570228, China
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- School of Marine Biology and Fisheries, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan, 570228, China
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- School of Marine Science, Sun Yat-sen University, Zhuhai, Guangdong, 519082, China
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- School of Marine Biology and Fisheries, Hainan University, Haikou, Hainan, 570228, China
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- School of Life Sciences, East China Normal University, 500 Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, 200241, China.
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Yang H, Sun W, Yang M, Li J, Zhang J, Zhang X. Variations to plasma H 2O 2 levels and TAC in chronical medicated and treatment-resistant male schizophrenia patients: Correlations with psychopathology. SCHIZOPHRENIA (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 10:45. [PMID: 38605069 PMCID: PMC11009317 DOI: 10.1038/s41537-024-00468-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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Accumulating evidence suggests that imbalanced oxidative stress (OS) may contribute to the mechanism of schizophrenia. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the associations of OS parameters with psychopathological symptoms in male chronically medicated schizophrenia (CMS) and treatment-resistant schizophrenia (TRS) patients. Levels of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), hydroxyl radical (·OH), peroxidase (POD), α-tocopherol (α-toc), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 (TIMP-1) were assayed in males with CMS and TRS, and matched healthy controls. Schizophrenia symptoms were assessed using the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS). The results demonstrated significant differences in the variables H2O2 (F = 5.068, p = 0.008), ·OH (F = 31.856, p < 0.001), POD (F = 14.043, p < 0.001), α-toc (F = 3.711, p = 0.027), TAC (F = 24.098, p < 0.001), and MMP-9 (F = 3.219, p = 0.043) between TRS and CMS patients and healthy controls. For TRS patients, H2O2 levels were correlated to the PANSS positive subscale (r = 0.386, p = 0.032) and smoking (r = -0,412, p = 0.021), while TAC was significantly negatively correlated to the PANSS total score (r = -0.578, p = 0.001) and POD and TAC levels were positively correlated to body mass index (r = 0.412 and 0.357, p = 0.021 and 0.049, respectively). For patients with CMS, ·OH levels and TAC were positively correlated to the PANSS general subscale (r = 0.308, p = 0.031) and negatively correlated to the PANSS total score (r = -0.543, p < 0.001). Furthermore, H2O2, α-toc, and ·OH may be protective factors against TRS, and POD was a risk factor. Patients with CMS and TRS exhibit an imbalance in OS, thus warranting future investigations.
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- Haidong Yang
- Department of Psychiatry, The Fourth People's Hospital of Lianyungang, The Affiliated KangDa College of Nanjing Medical University, Lianyungang, 222003, China
- Institute of Mental Health, Suzhou Psychiatric Hospital, The Affiliated Guangji Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215137, China
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- Institute of Mental Health, Suzhou Psychiatric Hospital, The Affiliated Guangji Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215137, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The Fourth People's Hospital of Lianyungang, The Affiliated KangDa College of Nanjing Medical University, Lianyungang, 222003, China
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- Institute of Mental Health, Suzhou Psychiatric Hospital, The Affiliated Guangji Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215137, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The Fourth People's Hospital of Lianyungang, The Affiliated KangDa College of Nanjing Medical University, Lianyungang, 222003, China
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- Institute of Mental Health, Suzhou Psychiatric Hospital, The Affiliated Guangji Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215137, China.
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Srinontong P, Aengwanich W, Somphon S, Khonwai S, Nitsinsakul T, Wu Z, Chalalai T, Saraphol B, Srisanyong W. Comparison of lipopolysaccharide-mediated peripheral blood mononuclear cell activation between Brahman and Brahman × Thai native crossbreed cattle. Vet World 2024; 17:804-810. [PMID: 38798282 PMCID: PMC11111707 DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2024.804-810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Background and Aims Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is a robust endotoxin known to activate the immune system in cattle. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of LPS on the morphology, cell viability, malondialdehyde (MDA), nitric oxide (NO), and total antioxidant capacity (TAC) of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) in Brahman and Brahman × Thai native crossbreed cattle. Materials and Methods PBMCs were isolated from Brahman and Brahman × Thai native crossbreed cattle and treated with 0, 0.1, 1, and 10 μg/mL Escherichia coli LPS, respectively. Morphological changes in PBMCs were assessed at 24 and 48 h. In addition, we measured PBMC cell viability, MDA, NO, and TAC. Results LPS stimulation caused cell deformation and partial PBMC area enlargement, but there were no differences between Brahman and Brahman × Thai native crossbreed cattle. Stimulation at all levels did not affect the viability of PBMCs (p > 0.05). MDA and NO levels were significantly higher in Brahman cattle than in Brahman Thai native crossbred cattle (p < 0.05). TAC was significantly higher in Brahman × Thai native crossbred cattle than in Brahman cattle (p < 0.05). Conclusion Immune cells of crossbreed cattle have a higher activation response to LPS than those of purebred cattle, and native crossbreed beef cattle have a higher antioxidant capacity than purebred beef cattle. This result may explain why hybrid cattle of indigenous breeds are more resistant to disease than purebred cattle.
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- Piyarat Srinontong
- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
- Bioveterinary Research Unit, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
- Stress and Oxidative Stress in Animal Research Unit, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Department of Parasitology and Infectious Diseases, Gifu University Graduate School of Medicine, Gifu 5011194, Japan
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham 44000, Thailand
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- Department of Veterinary Technology, Faculty of Agriculture Technology, Kalasin University, Kalasin 46000, Thailand
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Tsao YT, Hsueh YJ, Chen HC, Cheng CM. Protocol for assessing total antioxidant capacity in minimal volumes of varying clinical human samples. STAR Protoc 2024; 5:102822. [PMID: 38194341 PMCID: PMC10820800 DOI: 10.1016/j.xpro.2023.102822] [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: 09/03/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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Total antioxidant capacity (TAC), representative of the capacity to combat oxidative stress, is closely linked to numerous diseases. Here, we present a protocol for measuring TAC using minimal samples that are stable across varying pH levels and at room temperature. We describe steps for preparing and loading samples and working solutions and conducting and analyzing the colorimetric reaction. Sample sources include aqueous humor, vitreous, tears, and plasma, which allow the protocol to be used in various clinical diagnostic settings. For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to publications by Tsao et al. (2022).1,2.
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- Yu-Ting Tsao
- Department of Ophthalmology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou 33305, Taiwan.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou 33305, Taiwan; Center for Tissue Engineering, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou 33305, Taiwan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou 33305, Taiwan; Center for Tissue Engineering, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou 33305, Taiwan; Department of Medicine, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan.
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- Institute of Biomedical Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu 30013, Taiwan.
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Mancini A, Silvestrini A, Marcheggiani F, Capobianco E, Silvestri S, Lembo E, Orlando P, Beccia F, Nicolotti N, Panocchia N, Tiano L. Non-Thyroidal Illness in Chronic Renal Failure: Triiodothyronine Levels and Modulation of Extra-Cellular Superoxide Dismutase (ec-SOD). Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:126. [PMID: 38275651 PMCID: PMC10812992 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13010126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Oxidative stress (OS) is implicated in several chronic diseases. Extra-cellular superoxide dismutase (ec-SOD) catalyses the dismutation of superoxide anions with a protective role in endothelial cells. In chronic kidney disease (CKD), OS and thyroid dysfunction (low fT3 syndrome) are frequently present, but their relationship has not yet been investigated. This cohort study evaluated ec-SOD activity in CKD patients during haemodialysis, divided into "acute haemodialytic patients" (AH, 1-3 months of treatment) and "chronic haemodialytic patients" (CH, treated for a longer period). We also evaluated plasmatic total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and its relationships with thyroid hormones. Two basal samples ("basal 1", obtained 3 days after the last dialysis; and "basal 2", obtained 2 days after the last dialysis) were collected. On the same day of basal 2, a sample was collected 5 and 10 min after the standard heparin dose and at the end of the procedure. The ec-SOD values were significantly higher in CH vs. AH in all determinations. Moreover, the same patients had lower TAC values. When the CH patients were divided into two subgroups according to fT3 levels (normal or low), we found significantly lower ec-SOD values in the group with low fT3 in the basal, 5, and 10 min samples. A significant correlation was also observed between fT3 and ec-SOD in the basal 1 samples. These data, confirming OS and low fT3 syndrome in patients with CKD, suggest that low fT3 concentrations can influence ec-SOD activity and could therefore potentially contribute to endothelial oxidative damage in these patients.
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- Antonio Mancini
- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biotecnologiche di Base, Cliniche Intensivologiche e Perioperatorie, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Brecce Bianche, 60131 Ancona, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Brecce Bianche, 60131 Ancona, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Brecce Bianche, 60131 Ancona, Italy
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- Section of Hygiene, University Department of Life Sciences and Public Health, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Section of Hygiene, University Department of Life Sciences and Public Health, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Polytechnic University of Marche, Via Brecce Bianche, 60131 Ancona, Italy
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Miao Y, Xia M, Tao C, Zhang J, Ni P, Jiang Y, Lu Y. Iron-doped carbon nitride with enhanced peroxidase-like activity for smartphone-based colorimetric assay of total antioxidant capacity. Talanta 2024; 267:125141. [PMID: 37672985 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2023.125141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/29/2023] [Indexed: 09/08/2023]
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The facile detection of total antioxidant capacity (TAC) is limited by in-situ analysis, because it usually requires complex laboratory equipments. Here, a colorimetric assay for TAC detection is developed based on the peroxidase-like activity of iron-doped carbon nitride (Fe/NC) and the smartphone platform. The peroxidase-like activity of carbon nitride is greatly improved by the introduction of Fe atoms, and the active sites turn to Fe-Nx coordination groups in the Fe/NC. The inhibition mechanism of the chromogenic reaction for different kinds of antioxidants is also studied. The colorimetric assay is fabricated by the relationship of absorbance-color-antioxidant content and applied successfully to the TAC detection of several fruit juicesand commercial beverages. This work not only provides a promising approach for convenient in-situ TAC assay without the use of large instruments, but also expands the application of nanozymes in nutritional value assessment of foods.
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- Yanrong Miao
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, PR China.
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Liang X, Zheng S, Zhou Y, Li J, Zhang Z. Luteolin, a natural flavonoid, exhibits a protective effect on intestinal injury induced by soybean meal in early-weaned piglets. J Anim Sci 2024; 102:skae214. [PMID: 39066584 PMCID: PMC11367559 DOI: 10.1093/jas/skae214] [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: 05/08/2024] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Soybean meal is known to be able to cause intestinal damage and dysfunction in early-weaned piglets. However, research on natural compounds that can alleviate these effects is scarce. In this study, the effect of luteolin, a natural flavonoid, on intestinal health of piglets fed on a soybean meal-based diet was explored. A total of eighteen 21-d-old piglets were selected and randomly divided into 3 groups: a negative control group fed with an animal protein-based diet, a positive control group fed with a soybean meal-based diet, and a luteolin group that was fed with the positive control diet supplemented with luteolin. The results suggested that luteolin supplementation significantly increased the average daily gain and average daily feed intake of early-weaned piglets, while effectively reducing the diarrhea incidence. Additionally, luteolin supplementation lowered the levels of soybean antigen-specific immunoglobulin G and immunoglobulin E anitbodies, increased the superoxide dismutase activity in both sera and small intestine mucosa, and enhanced the total antioxidant capacity in sera. Further research found that luteolin supplementation increased the intestinal villi height and decreased the crypt depth, resulting in an increased ratio of villi to crypts. At the same time, it reduced the concentration of serum diamine oxidase, improving intestinal barrier function. Moreover, luteolin significantly decreased the gene expression of Bax and Caspase-3, reducing cell apoptosis in the intestinal mucosa. Luteolin supplementation also increased the abundance of Actinobacteria at the phylum level, reduced the abundance of Prevotella and increased the abundance of Olsenella at the genus level. In conclusion, the supplementation of luteolin to the soybean meal diet was capable of effectively reducing allergic response, enhancing the antioxidant capacity of early-weaned piglets, protecting their intestinal barrier function, inhibiting intestinal mucosal cell apoptosis, and altering the intestinal microbiota structure, therefore promoting intestinal health and improving production performance in early-weaned piglets.
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- Xuecong Liang
- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110866, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110866, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110866, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110866, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110866, PR China
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Corpas FJ, Rodríguez-Ruiz M, Campos MJ, Taboada J, Palma JM. Electrochemical Detection of Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC) in Plant Tissues from Different Origins. Methods Mol Biol 2024; 2798:1-9. [PMID: 38587732 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-0716-3826-2_1] [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] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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Total antioxidant capacity (TAC) is a reliable indicator of antioxidant content in animal and plant samples. The different experimental approaches available allow the determination of TAC using, as a reference, diverse compounds with recognized antioxidant capacities such as Trolox, ascorbic acid, gallic acid, or melatonin. A new portable device, named BRS (BQC redox system), is now commercially available that, through an electrochemical approach, allows the determination of TAC in a simple, fast, reproducible, and robust way. In this chapter, using this portable device, a comparative analysis of the TAC is assayed in different red, citrus, and Solanaceae fruits, several Allium species, and organs of different plant species, including Arabidopsis thaliana. The obtained results demonstrate the versatility of the BRS portable device.
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- Francisco J Corpas
- Group of Antioxidants, Free Radicals and Nitric Oxide in Biotechnology, Food and Agriculture, Department of Stress, Development and Signaling in Plants, Estación Experimental del Zaidín, Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Granada, Spain.
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- Group of Antioxidants, Free Radicals and Nitric Oxide in Biotechnology, Food and Agriculture, Department of Stress, Development and Signaling in Plants, Estación Experimental del Zaidín, Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Granada, Spain
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- Group of Antioxidants, Free Radicals and Nitric Oxide in Biotechnology, Food and Agriculture, Department of Stress, Development and Signaling in Plants, Estación Experimental del Zaidín, Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Granada, Spain
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- Group of Antioxidants, Free Radicals and Nitric Oxide in Biotechnology, Food and Agriculture, Department of Stress, Development and Signaling in Plants, Estación Experimental del Zaidín, Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Granada, Spain
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- Spanish National Research Council, Estación Experimental del Zaidín, Granada, Spain
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Elmileegy IMH, Waly HSA, Alghriany AAI, Abou Khalil NS, Mahmoud SMM, Negm EA. Gallic acid rescues uranyl acetate induced-hepatic dysfunction in rats by its antioxidant and cytoprotective potentials. BMC Complement Med Ther 2023; 23:423. [PMID: 37993853 PMCID: PMC10664358 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-023-04250-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The liver was identified as a primary target organ for the chemo-radiological effects of uranyl acetate (UA). Although the anti-oxidant and anti-apoptotic properties of gallic acid (GA) make it a promising phytochemical to resist its hazards, there is no available data in this area of research. METHODS To address this issue, eighteen rats were randomly and equally divided into three groups. One group was received carboxymethyl cellulose (vehicle of GA) and kept as a control. The UA group was injected intraperitoneally with UA at a single dose of 5 mg/kg body weight. The third group (GA + UA group) was treated with GA orally at a dose of 100 mg/kg body weight for 14 days before UA exposure. UA was injected on the 15th day of the experiment in either the UA group or the GA + UA group. The biochemical, histological, and immunohistochemical findings in the GA + UA group were compared to both control and UA groups. RESULTS The results showed that UA exposure led to a range of adverse effects. These included elevated plasma levels of aspartate aminotransferase, lactate dehydrogenase, total protein, globulin, glucose, total cholesterol, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and very-low-density lipoprotein and decreased plasma levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol. The exposure also disrupted the redox balance, evident through decreased plasma total antioxidant capacity and hepatic nitric oxide, superoxide dismutase, reduced glutathione, glutathione-S-transferase, glutathione reductase, and glutathione peroxidase and increased hepatic oxidized glutathione and malondialdehyde. Plasma levels of albumin and alanine aminotransferase did not significantly change in all groups. Histopathological analysis revealed damage to liver tissue, characterized by deteriorations in tissue structure, excessive collagen accumulation, and depletion of glycogen. Furthermore, UA exposure up-regulated the immuno-expression of cleaved caspase-3 and down-regulated the immuno-expression of nuclear factor-erythroid-2-related factor 2 in hepatic tissues, indicating an induction of apoptosis and oxidative stress response. However, the pre-treatment with GA proved to be effective in mitigating these negative effects induced by UA exposure, except for the disturbances in the lipid profile. CONCLUSIONS The study suggests that GA has the potential to act as a protective agent against the adverse effects of UA exposure on the liver. Its ability to restore redox balance and inhibit apoptosis makes it a promising candidate for countering the harmful effects of chemo-radiological agents such as UA.
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- Ibtisam M H Elmileegy
- Department of Medical Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Physiology, Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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- Department of Medical Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt.
- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Merit University, Sohag, Egypt.
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt
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