Glutathione-S-transferases in lung and sputum specimens, effects of smoking and COPD severity

Glutathione-S-transferases in lung and sputum specimens, effects of smoking and COPD severity

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Oxidative stress plays a potential role in the pathogenesis and progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Glutathione S-transferases (GSTs) detoxify toxic compounds in tobacco smoke via glutathione-dependent mechan...

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Main Authors: Merikallio Heta, Mazur Witold, Harju Terttu, Soini Ylermi, Kinnula Vuokko L
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-12-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/9/1/80

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