Protective Effect of Lusianthridin on Hemin-Induced Low-Density Lipoprotein Oxidation
Oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. Hemin (iron (III)-protoporphyrin IX) is a degradation product of hemoglobin that can be found in thalassemia patients. Hemin is a strong oxidant that can cause LDL oxidation and contributes to ath...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-06-01
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Series: | Pharmaceuticals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/14/6/567 |