The Redox System in C. elegans, a Phylogenetic Approach
Oxidative stress is a toxic state caused by an imbalance between the production and elimination of reactive oxygen species (ROS). ROS cause oxidative damage to cellular components such as proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. While the role of ROS in cellular damage is frequently all that is noted, R...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2012-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Toxicology |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/546915 |