The effects of L-carnitine on renal function and gene expression of caspase-9 and Bcl-2 in monosodium glutamate‐induced rats

The effects of L-carnitine on renal function and gene expression of caspase-9 and Bcl-2 in monosodium glutamate‐induced rats

Abstract Background Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is frequently consumed as a flavor enhancer or food additive. Possible damages induced by MSG effects on some organs have been stated in experimental animal models. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the protective effects of L-carnitine (L-ca...

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Main Authors: Farhad Koohpeyma, Morvarid Siri, Shaghayegh Allahyari, Marzieh Mahmoodi, Forough Saki, Sanaz Dastghaib
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-05-01
Series:BMC Nephrology
Subjects:
L-carnitine
Kidney
Caspase-9
Bcl-2
MSG
Anti‐oxidant
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12882-021-02364-4

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12882-021-02364-4

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