Inhibitory Effect of Crocin(s) on Lens α-Crystallin Glycation and Aggregation, Results in the Decrease of the Risk of Diabetic Cataract
The current study investigates the inhibitory effect of crocin(s), also known as saffron apocarotenoids, on protein glycation and aggregation in diabetic rats, and α-crystallin glycation. Thus, crocin(s) were administered by intraperitoneal injection to normal and streptozotocin-induced diabetic rat...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Molecules |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/21/2/143 |