Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5846712 | Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology | 2012 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Increased free radicals production ⺠Increased Na+/K+ ATPase activity ⺠Promotes activation of the K+ channels and reduced vascular reactivity ⺠These effects preserve endothelial function against oxidative stress. ⺠Low concentrations constitute environmental cardiovascular risk factor.
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Authors
Jonaina Fiorim, Rogério Faustino Ribeiro Júnior, Bruna Fernades Azevedo, Maylla Ronacher Simões, Alessandra Simão Padilha, Ivanita Stefanon, Maria Jesus Alonso, Mercedes Salaices, Dalton Valentim Vassallo,