Neopterin and 7,8-dihydroneopterin are generated within atherosclerotic plaques
Plasma neopterin correlates with the level of cardiovascular disease. Neopterin is the oxidation product of 7,8-dihydroneopterin, which is released by γ-interferon-stimulated macrophages. 7,8-Dihydroneopterin is a potent antioxidant, which inhibits lipid oxidation, macrophage cell death and scavenge...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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De Gruyter
2015-09-01
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Series: | Pteridines |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1515/pterid-2015-0004 |