| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8398107 | Toxicon | 2013 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
⺠The neuromuscular effects of a PLA2 from Bothrops snake venom were studied in vitro. ⺠The toxin reduces the neurotransmitter release and damages muscle fibers. ⺠It was concluded that both effects result from a membrane-destabilizing activity.
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Authors
Paulo Correia-de-Sá, José B. Noronha-Matos, Maria A. Timóteo, Fátima Ferreirinha, PatrÃcia Marques, Andreimar M. Soares, Cicilia Carvalho, Walter L.G. Cavalcante, Márcia Gallacci,