Oxidative Stress Definition

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noun
A condition of increased oxidant production in animal cells characterized by the release of free radicals and resulting in cellular degeneration.
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(biochemistry) Damage caused to cells or tissue by reactive oxygen species.

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Noun

Singular:
oxidative stress
Plural:
oxidative stresses

Oxidative Stress Sentence Examples

  • The mice also showed symptoms of defective muscular coordination called ataxia, which has been linked to oxidative stress.

  • Many normal metabolic functions produce free radicals - highly unstable forms of oxygen, which in excess cause oxidative stress leading to cell damage.

  • CoQ10 also plays an important role in protecting the brain cells from oxidative stress.

  • It is useful in reducing the oxidative stress caused in the body by the presence of oxygen.

  • It is also an antioxidant that helps reduce the effects of oxidative stress in the body.

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