The analysis and identification of urinary metabolites of vitamin E in man using mass spectrometry and chemical synthesis

Vitamin E (a-tocopherol) is the major lipid soluble antioxidant in vivo and is important for maintaining the integrity of cell membranes. Oxidative stress, defined as an imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants, has been implicated in the aetiology of numerous diseases. There is, therefore, inter...

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Main Author: Pope, Simon Alexander Samuel
Published: University College London (University of London) 2001
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.247078