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Behairy A, Hashem MM, Abo-EL-Sooud K, Soliman AM, Mouneir SM, El-Metwally AE, Ismail SH, Hassan BA, Abd-Elhakim YM. Influence of titanium dioxide nanoparticles and/or cadmium chloride oral exposure on testicular morphology, oxidative stress, and apoptosis in rats: Ameliorative role of co-enzyme Q10. Heliyon 2024; 10:e24049. [PMID: 38268588 PMCID: PMC10806338 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024] Open
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Background and objectives Little is known about the implications of titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2NPs) and cadmium chloride (Cd) co-exposure on the male reproductive system in mammals. As a result, this study researched the effects of oral TiO2NPs and/or Cd exposure on male reproduction and testicular functions. Additionally, a mitigation trial with co-enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) has also been conducted. Methods In a 60-day experiment, seven experimental groups, each containing 10 male Sprague Dawley rats, were orally given distilled water (control), corn oil (vehicle control), CoQ10 (10 mg/kg b.wt), TiO2NPs (50 mg/kg b.wt), Cd (5 mg/kg b.wt), TiO2NPs + Cd, and TiO2NPs + Cd + CoQ10. Then, sperm quality, male sex hormones, oxidative stress indications, Ti and Cd testicular residues, testes and accessory gland architecture, and apoptotic and inflammatory markers in rat testes were assessed. Results TiO2NPs and/or Cd exposure negatively impacted body weight, weight gain, testicular weights, semen quality, serum reproductive hormones, oxidative stress parameters, and Caspase-3 and tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) immunoreactions. Histopathological changes were recorded in testicular, seminal vesicle, and prostatic tissues. Yet, co-administration of CoQ10 with TiO2NPs and Cd substantially mitigated these adverse consequences. The most notable aspect is that it effectively lowered testicular tissue Ti and Cd levels. It also improved oxidant status, hormonal profile, and sperm picture. CoQ10 minimized the testicular damage implied by histological examination. Furthermore, CoQ10 significantly diminished TiO2NPs and Cd-induced Caspase-3 and TNF-α immunoexpression in testicular tissue. Conclusion As a result, CoQ10 could be utilized as a safe remedy to protect male reproductive physiology from TiO2NPs and Cd damage.
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- Amany Behairy
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44519, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Pathology Department, Animal Reproduction Research Institute, Giza 3514805, Egypt
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- Faculty of Nanotechnology for Postgraduate Studies, Cairo University, Sheikh Zayed Campus, 6th October City, Giza, 12588, Egypt
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- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Future University, Cairo 11835, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44519, Egypt
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Yang Z, He Y, Ma Q, Wang H, Zhang Q. Alleviative effect of melatonin against the nephrotoxicity induced by cadmium exposure through regulating renal oxidative stress, inflammatory reaction, and fibrosis in a mouse model. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf 2023; 265:115536. [PMID: 37797427 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2023.115536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Revised: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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Chronic cadmium (Cd) exposure causes severe adverse health effects on the human body, especially the kidney tissue. Studies have demonstrated oxidative stress to be involved in renal pathological variations after exposure to Cd, but few effective treatments are available for the disease yet. Therefore, the present study was carried out to investigate the potential therapeutic intervention and its underlying molecular mechanisms of melatonin (MT), a natural antioxidant with multiple biological activities, against renal injury caused by Cd exposure in mice. C57BL/6 male mice (eight-week-old) were intragastrically administered with CdCl2, MT, or both for 30 days. Biochemical analysis showed that MT intervention significantly improved the SOD, GSH, and CAT activities while markedly decreasing the kidney MDA content of the mice exposed to Cd. Histological examination indicated that Cd exposure resulted in the atrophy of the renal glomerular, the degeneration and dilation of tubules, and the accumulation of fibrocytes. By contrast, MT administration effectively ameliorated the histological outcome of the injured kidney tissue. Moreover, administrating MT significantly inhibited proinflammatory cytokines TNF-α and iNOS expression in Cd-treated mice. Further, MT treatment markedly suppressed the expressions of renal fibrosis-related factors TGF-β1, α-SMA, and collagen Ⅰ in the injured renal tissue and the accumulation and development of renal fibrosis. In addition, the administration of MT significantly reduced the expression of caspase-3 and cell apoptotic death in the kidney tissue of Cd-exposed mice. In all, the data showed that MT has a compelling therapeutic potential in alleviating the pathological variations of renal injury caused by Cd exposure.
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- Zhijie Yang
- School of Life Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou 730070, China.
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- School of Life Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- School of Life Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- School of Life Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- School of Life Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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Iqbal Z, Quds R, Mahmood R. Vanillin attenuates CdCl 2-induced cytotoxicity in isolated human erythrocytes. Toxicol In Vitro 2023; 91:105633. [PMID: 37336463 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2023.105633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2023] [Revised: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/21/2023]
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Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal with no physiological role in the human body. Cadmium has high mobility due to its widespread industrial use, with no safe and effective therapeutic management. Cadmium toxicity manifests by increasing oxidative stress in target cells. We have explored the potential role of vanillin, a plant phenolic aldehyde and antioxidant, in mitigating cadmium chloride (CdCl2) induced hemotoxicity using isolated human erythrocytes. CdCl2 was added to erythrocytes, in the absence and presence of vanillin. Incubation of erythrocytes with CdCl2 alone inhibited methemoglobin reductase and enhanced methemoglobin level. Heme degradation and release of free iron (Fe2+), along with protein and membrane lipid oxidation, were also increased. A CdCl2-induced enhancement in reactive oxygen and nitrogen species was also seen, lowering the overall antioxidant power of cells. However, pre-incubation of erythrocytes with vanillin resulted in significant decreased generation of reactive species and prevented heme degradation and heme oxidation. Vanillin augmented the erythrocyte antioxidant capacity and reinstated the activities of major antioxidant, plasma membrane-bound and glucose metabolism enzymes. Scanning electron microscopy showed that CdCl2 treatment led to the formation of echinocytes which was prevented by vanillin. In all cases, no harmful effects of vanillin alone were seen. Thus, vanillin alleviates the toxicity of cadmium and can be potentially employed as a chemoprotectant against the damaging effects of this heavy metal.
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- Zarmin Iqbal
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Life Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002, UP, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Life Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002, UP, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Life Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002, UP, India.
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Cengiz M, Gür B, Sezer CV, Cengiz BP, Gür F, Bayrakdar A, Ayhancı A. Alternations in interleukin-1β and nuclear factor kappa beta activity (NF-kB) in rat liver due to the co-exposure of Cadmium and Arsenic: Protective role of curcumin. Environ Toxicol Pharmacol 2023; 102:104218. [PMID: 37451528 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2023.104218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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Cadmium chloride (Cd) and sodium arsenite (As) are two prominent examples of non-biodegradable substances that accumulate in ecosystems, pose a serious risk to human health and are not biodegradable. Although the toxicity caused by individual use of Cd and As is known, the toxicity of combined use (Cd+As) to mammals is poorly understood. The present study aims to investigate the hepatoprotective effect of curcumin (CUR), a naturally occurring bioactive component isolated from the root stem of Curcuma longa Linn., in preventing liver damage caused by a Cd+As mixture. A group of 30 Sprague-Dawley rats were subjected to intraperitoneal administration of Cd+As (0.44 mg/kg+5.55 mg/kg i.p.) and CUR (100 or 200 mg/kg) for a period of 14 days. The experimental results showed that the animals treated with Cd+As exhibited changes in liver biochemical parameters, inflammation and oxidative stress at the end of the experiment. Administration of CUR significantly reduced inflammation, oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in the Cd+As plus CUR groups compared to the Cd+As group. Furthermore, histological examination of the liver tissue showed that administration of CUR had led to a significant reduction in the liver damage observed in the Cd+As group. The present study provides scientific evidence for the protective effects of CUR against lipid peroxidation, inflammation, oxidative stress and liver damage induced by Cd+As in the liver of rats. The results of our in vivo experiments were confirmed by those of our molecular modelling studies, which showed that CUR can enhance the diminished antioxidant capacity caused by Cd+As.
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- Mustafa Cengiz
- Department of Elementary Education, Faculty of Education, Siirt University, Siirt, Turkey.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Iğdır University, Iğdır, Turkey.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Eskişehir Technical University, 26470 Eskişehir, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Eskişehir Yunus Emre State Hospital, Eskişehir, Turkey
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- Department of Dental Prosthesis Technology, Vocational School of Health Services, Ataturk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Vocational School of Higher Education for Healthcare Services, Iğdır University, Iğdır, Turkey
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Science, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Eskisehir, Turkey
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Dashtbanei S, Keshtmand Z. A Mixture of Multi-Strain Probiotics (Lactobacillus Rhamnosus, Lactobacillus Helveticus, and Lactobacillus Casei) had Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Apoptotic, and Anti-Oxidative Effects in Oxidative Injuries Induced By Cadmium in Small Intestine and Lung. Probiotics Antimicrob Proteins 2023; 15:226-238. [PMID: 35819625 DOI: 10.1007/s12602-022-09946-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/27/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Cadmium (Cd) produces severe oxidative stress, which can result in serious clinical consequences and tissue injury. The aim of the present survey was to investigate the protective effects of native Iranian probiotics (Lactobacillus rhamnosus, L. helveticus, and L. casei) against cadmium (Cd)-induced toxicity against the small intestine and lung at histopathological and biochemical levels. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-one adult male Wistar rats were randomized into three groups of seven rats (control, Cd-treated (3 mg/kg), and concomitant Cd and mix probiotic treatment for 30 days). Histological alterations were appraised via hematoxylin & eosin, Trichrome Masson, and PAS staining. The qRT-PCR technique was applied to assess the expression of pro-apoptotic, anti-apoptotic, and pro-inflammatory genes. Antioxidant enzymes activity was measured via ZellBio kits. RESULTS Probiotic-treated rats displayed low production of lipid peroxides, reduced malondialdehyde (MDA) level, and elevated contents of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) enzymes compared with Cd-treated rats. The results of qRT-PCR demonstrated the up-regulation of Bax, p53, and caspase 3 and down-regulation of Bcl2, TNF-α, and IL-6 genes in both the intestine and lungs of mix probiotic-treated rats compared with Cd-treated animals. Histopathological findings revealed that the probiotic formulation improved Cd-triggered tissue damage in the intestine and lungs. CONCLUSION The strong cytoprotective benefits of Iranian probiotics against Cd-induced tissue injury observed in this study may be due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Therefore, additional clinical and experimental research is required to explain the precise mechanisms of probiotics' beneficial impacts and underline their potential therapeutic use.
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- Shadi Dashtbanei
- Department of Biology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
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Sun Y, Jing P, Gan H, Wang X, Zhu X, Fan J, Li H, Zhang Z, Lin JCJ, Gu Z. Evaluation of an ex vivo fibrogenesis model using human lung slices prepared from small tissues. Eur J Med Res 2023; 28:143. [PMID: 36998092 PMCID: PMC10061769 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-023-01104-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In recent years, there have been breakthroughs in the preclinical research of respiratory diseases, such as organoids and organ tissue chip models, but they still cannot provide insight into human respiratory diseases well. Human lung slices model provides a promising in vitro model for the study of respiratory diseases because of its preservation of lung structure and major cell types. METHODS Human lung slices were manually prepared from small pieces of lung tissues obtained from lung cancer patients subjected to lung surgery. To evaluate the suitability of this model for lung fibrosis research, lung slices were treated with CdCl2 (30 μM), TGF-β1 (1 ng/ml) or CdCl2 plus TGF-β1 for 3 days followed by toxicity assessment, gene expression analysis and histopathological observations. RESULTS CdCl2 treatment resulted in a concentration-dependent toxicity profile evidenced by MTT assay as well as histopathological observations. In comparison with the untreated group, CdCl2 and TGF-β1 significantly induces MMP2 and MMP9 gene expression but not MMP1. Interestingly, CdCl2 plus TGF-β1 significantly induces the expression of MMP1 but not MMP2, MMP7 or MMP9. Microscopic observations reveal the pathogenesis of interstitial lung fibrosis in the lung slices of all groups; however, CdCl2 plus TGF-β1 treatment leads to a greater alveolar septa thickness and the formation of fibroblast foci-like pathological features. The lung slice model is in short of blood supply and the inflammatory/immune-responses are considered minimal. CONCLUSIONS The results are in favor of the hypothesis that idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is mediated by tissue damage and abnormal repair. Induction of MMP1 gene expression and fibroblast foci-like pathogenesis suggest that this model might represent an early stage of IPF.
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- Ying Sun
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Fibroscience LLC, 8037 Glengarriff Rd., Clemmons, NC, 27012, USA
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Air Force Medical University, Xi'an, 710038, China.
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Albeltagy RS, Dawood SM, Mumtaz F, Abdel Moneim AE, El-Habit OH. Antioxidant capacity of N-acetylcysteine against the molecular and cytotoxic implications of cadmium chloride leading to hepatotoxicity and vital progression. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2023; 30:23237-23247. [PMID: 36322347 PMCID: PMC9938820 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-23823-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Many studies have reported that cadmium (Cd) can induce liver cell injury; however, the toxicity mechanisms of Cd on the liver have not been fully explained. Thirty-two male albino rats were divided into four groups: the control group, the N-acetylcysteine (NAC) group orally as effervescent instant sachets with a concentration of 200 mg dissolved in distilled water and dosage was 200 mg/kg body weight freshly prepared, the cadmium chloride (CdCl2) group (treated with 3 mg/kg orally), and the N-acetylcysteine (NAC) + cadmium chloride group (treated with 200 mg/kg orally post to CdCl2) for 60 days. The NAC alone did not make notable changes in most of the parameters. The CdCl2 alone, compared to control, induced significant alterations in oxidative stress markers (increment in lipid peroxidation (LPO) and nitric oxide (NO)) and antioxidant defense system (decrement in superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione (GSH), and glutathione peroxidase (GPx)), which resulted in a downregulation of pro-apoptotic Bcl2-associated X protein (Bax) and caspase-3 and upregulation of anti-apoptotic B-cell leukemia/lymphoma 2 (Bcl2) protein as well as the survival fate of hepatic cells. Post-administration of NAC to CdCl2 resulted in a reduction in oxidative stress markers, shifting of cells from the G2/M phase to the G0/G1 inhibiting signal-regulated kinase activation, and impairment of the anti-apoptotic signaling pathway when compared to the CdCl2 group alone. Accordingly, the Bcl2/Bax ratio was reduced to 1.17-fold change, as an adaptive process to hepatic tissue injury. These findings demonstrated that NAC would attenuate the possibility of oxidative stress and cytotoxicity of hepatic tissue induced by CdCl2.
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- Rasha S Albeltagy
- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Science, Osmania University, Telangana State, Hyderabad, India
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt.
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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Singh N, Gupta P, Bharti C, Shanmugam SK. Evaluation of Hepatoprotective Efficacy of a Polyherbal Unani Formulation Majoon-Najah against Cadmium Chloride-induced Liver Damage. Curr Drug Res Rev 2023; 15:188-198. [PMID: 36503446 DOI: 10.2174/2589977515666221207141645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2022] [Revised: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 11/07/2022] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Majoon-Najah is a composite Unani formulation that consists of multiple medicinal plants and is advised for neurological illnesses. Several studies were carried out on Majoon-Najah (MN) and its ingredients to evaluate the protective effect against seizure and antidepressant activity in animals using a classical form as well as extract. Terminalia bellerica and Emblica officinalis are the major constituents of MN. Scientifically documented literature summarises the hepatoprotective potential of these constituents. AIM The current study aimed to evaluate the possible hepatoprotective, antioxidant and antiinflammatory perspective of traditional Indian Unani formulation MN and Majoon-Najah hydroalcoholic extract (MNHE) in a Guinea pig model. METHODS Thirty adult male albino guinea pigs were randomly assigned into five groups for this study. MN and MNHE were given intragastrically for 15 days, followed by intraperitoneal Cadmium chloride (CdCl2, 3 mg/kg/day) from days 8 to 15, as per the schedule. Blood samples were taken from the heart on the 16th day, and the liver was operated on for biochemical analysis and histopathology under complete anesthesia. RESULTS CdCl2 changed the levels of liver function markers, serum biochemical indicators like albumin, total protein, glucose, and cholesterol in the blood; lipid peroxidation (MDA), glutathione reductase (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and glutathione peroxidase (GPX) in hepatic tissue homogenate, pro-inflammatory cytokines level and liver cytoarchitecture. MN and MNHE were found to protect guinea pigs' liver from CdCl2-induced injury by lowering raised parameters and increasing enzymatic antioxidants. MN and MNHE did not significantly heal injured liver tissues caused by CdCl2 in histopathological examinations. CONCLUSION CdCl2 induces hepatotoxicity that is likely to worsen with increasing dosage and duration of exposure. MN and MNHE exert their hepatoprotective action by scavenging free radicals, decreasing malondialdehyde levels, activating antioxidant enzymes, and down-regulating proinflammatory indicators.
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- Neelam Singh
- Department of Pharmacy, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Delhi- Meerut Road, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, Bharat Institute of Technology, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Delhi- Meerut Road, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Mohamed HRH. Alleviation of Cadmium Chloride-Induced Acute Genotoxicity, Mitochondrial DNA Disruption, and ROS Generation by Chocolate Coadministration in Mice Liver and Kidney Tissues. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:3750-3761. [PMID: 34674108 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02981-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Increased human exposure to cadmium compounds through ingesting contaminated food, water, and medications causes negative long-term health effects, which has led to the focus of recent researches on finding natural antioxidants to mitigate cadmium-induced toxicity. Therefore, the current study was undertaken to estimate the possible ameliorative effect of chocolate coadministration on acute cadmium chloride (CdCl2)-induced genomic instability and mitochondrial DNA damage in mice liver and kidney tissues. Concurrent administration of chocolate with CdCl2 dramatically decreased the DNA damage level and the number of apoptotic and necrotic cells compared to mice given CdCl2 alone. Extra-production of reactive oxygen species and increased expression of inducible nitric oxide synthase and heat shock proteins genes caused by CdCl2 administration were also highly decreased after chocolate coadministration. Conversely, chocolate coadministration restored the integrity of the mitochondrial membrane potential disrupted by CdCl2 administration, as well as the mitochondrial DNA copy number and expression level of heme oxygenase-1 gene were significantly upregulated after chocolate coadministration with CdCl2. Thus, it was concluded that the coadministration of chocolate alleviated CdCl2-induced genomic instability and mitochondrial DNA damage through its antioxidative and free radical scavenging capabilities, making chocolate a promising ameliorative product and recommended for inclusion in the daily human diet.
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Enebeli B, Nwangwa EK, Nwogueze BC, Nzenegu A, Agbonifo-Chijiokwu E, Omeru O, Ebuwa EI. In Vivo Attenuation of Alcohol- and Cadmium Chloride-Induced Testicular Toxicity Modulated by Silymarin in Male Wistar Rat. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:3666-3676. [PMID: 34761358 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02944-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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The aim of the study is to investigate the in vivo attenuation of alcohol- and cadmium chloride-induced testicular toxicity modulated by Silymarin in male Wistar rats. A total of fifty-six (56) Wistar rats were used for this study and they were randomized into seven (7) groups of eight (8) rats each. Group 1 was control rats; Groups 2-7 served as the experimental groups. After 6 weeks treatment duration, the rats were euthanized, semen was collected for semen analysis, blood samples for testosterone, and FSH and LH assay determination, and left testes was harvested for histological analysis. One-way ANOVA was used to compare means at p-level < 0.05 was considered significant. Findings from this study have shown that alcohol and cadmium chloride adversely affected semen parameters, testosterone, and FSH and LH hormone milieu. Data also showed that Silymarin administration attenuated the adverse effect of alcohol and cadmium chloride on semen quality and hormones associated with reproductive functions. Hence, Silymarin mopped the effect of in vivo attenuation of alcohol and cadmium chloride testicular damage. The findings of this study have further established that alcohol and cadmium chloride adversely affected semen parameters, testicular alterations, and serum hormonal milieu. However, the effect was more significantly deleterious in rats exposed to cadmium chloride when compared to rats exposed to alcohol, subsequently alcohol- and cadmium chloride-induced degeneration of testicular tissues. Furthermore, Silymarin administration attenuated the adverse effect of alcohol on semen quality and hormones associated with reproductive functions.
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- Blessing Enebeli
- Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria
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- Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria
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Espinosa-Ahedo BA, Madrigal-Bujaidar E, Sánchez-Gutiérrez M, Izquierdo-Vega JA, Morales-González JA, Madrigal-Santillán EO, Álvarez-González I. Potential protective effect of beta-caryophyllene against cadmium chloride-induced damage to the male reproductive system in mouse. Reprod Toxicol 2022; 110:19-30. [PMID: 35318111 DOI: 10.1016/j.reprotox.2022.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Revised: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/16/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Cadmium is a metal that can affect the male reproductive process, possibly leading to infertility. In contrast, beta-caryophyllene (BC) is a sesquiterpene that has shown antigenotoxic, anticancer, and antioxidant properties. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to determine the protective effect of BC against the deleterious effects of cadmium chloride (CC) on various mouse testicular and sperm parameters. We tested three doses of BC (20, 200, and 400 mg/kg) given before and during exposure to 3 mg/kg CC (six days after a single administration). Our results show significant alleviation of the damage induced by CC after the three doses of BC. Regarding the sperm concentration and morphology, the protection with the high dose was complete, and regarding sperm mobility and viability, the protection was more than 74%. In the comet assay, the highest dose showed a reduction of 92.5% in the damage induced by CC, and regarding the number of micronuclei in the spermatids, the reduction was 83.3%. In the oxidative evaluation, regarding sperm lipoperoxidation, the improvement was complete with the high dose, and in the ABTS.+ test, the improvement in the response to the BC high dose was 26.3%. Regarding testicular lipoperoxidation and protein oxidation, the protective effects of the high BC dose were 87.6% and 89.9%, respectively. We also found that BC protected against the histological and morphometric alterations induced by CC. Therefore, our study clearly demonstrates the beneficial, chemopreventive effect of BC against the mouse sperm and testicular alterations induced by CC.
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- Beatriz A Espinosa-Ahedo
- Laboratorio de Genética, Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Av. Wilfrido Massieu s/n, Zacatenco, Ciudad de México 07738, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Genética, Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Av. Wilfrido Massieu s/n, Zacatenco, Ciudad de México 07738, Mexico
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- Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Ex-Hacienda de la Concepción, Tilcuatla, Pachuca de Soto 42080, Mexico
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- Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo, Ex-Hacienda de la Concepción, Tilcuatla, Pachuca de Soto 42080, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Medicina de la Conservación, Escuela Superior de Medicina, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Plan de San Luis y Díaz Mirón s/n, Casco de Santo Tomás, Ciudad de México 11340, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Medicina de la Conservación, Escuela Superior de Medicina, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Plan de San Luis y Díaz Mirón s/n, Casco de Santo Tomás, Ciudad de México 11340, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Genética, Escuela Nacional de Ciencias Biológicas, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Av. Wilfrido Massieu s/n, Zacatenco, Ciudad de México 07738, Mexico.
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Roy S, Karmakar D, Pal S. Acute Toxicity Bioassay and Determination of LC 50 of Cadmium Chloride in Trichogaster (Colisa) fasciata. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2022; 194:3890-3900. [PMID: 35556209 DOI: 10.1007/s12010-022-03953-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2021] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Cadmium chloride is a metal salt used in industries in a large scale. Trichogaster (Colisa) fasciata (common name banded gourami) is an air-breathing fresh water fish with both nutritional and ornamental values. In this present study, as per EPA guidelines, acute toxicity bioassay was performed in a 96-h static test method in four replicates, each replicate having one control and five concentrations (25, 50, 75, 100 and 125 mg/L, respectively) of the metal salt. A total of 192 fish was used in the study in four series with each replicate containing 8 fish per concentration. The water temperature was maintained at 20-22℃ during the study. The data observed were analysed statistically on the basis of Finney's Probit Analysis method using SPSS software. The estimated 96-h LC50 value of cadmium chloride for the fish was 49.5 mg/L.
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- Saikat Roy
- Department of Zoology, Maharaja Manindra Chandra College, Kolkata, India.
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- PG Department of Zoology, Hooghly Mohsin College, Hooghly-Chinsurah, India
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Wang Y, Chi H, Xu F, He Z, Li Z, Wu F, Li Y, Zhang G, Peng X, Yu S, Yang J, Zhang W, Yang X. Cadmium chloride-induced apoptosis of HK-2 cells via interfering with mitochondrial respiratory chain. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf 2022; 236:113494. [PMID: 35413622 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.113494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Revised: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 04/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Cadmium could induce cell apoptosis, probably related to the dysfunction of the mitochondrial respiratory chain. The human renal proximal tubule (HK-2) was used to explore the mechanism of mitochondrial respiratory chain dysfunction during apoptosis induced by cadmium chloride (CdCl2). Cell viability was evaluated by cell proliferation assay and different concentrations of 60, 80 and 100 μM were selected to evaluate the mitochondrial toxicity of CdCl2 respectively. Under the CdCl2 treatment for 24 h, the mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (ROS) of HK-2 cells increased and the superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity was inhibited at the above three concentrations separately. Both ATP content and mitochondrial membrane potential decreased significantly at 100 μM concentration. The levels of procaspase-3 and Bcl-2 had fallen in a concentration-dependent manner and Bax was significantly increased at 60, 80 and 100 μM concentration compared with no CdCl2 treatment respectively, which activated the mitochondrial apoptosis pathway. N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) could partially resist CdCl2-induced cell apoptosis, while myxothiazol (Myx) promoted the process. Mitochondria relative alterations manifested as inhibition of complex III and V. In addition, both the quantity of mitochondrial coenzyme Q-binding protein CoQ10 homolog B (CoQ10B) and cytochrome c (Cyt c) had decreased significantly. Taken together, CdCl2 induced HK-2 apoptosis due to the mitochondrial respiratory chain dysfunction by reducing the CoQ10B level, offering a novel evaluating indicator for the environmental toxicity of CdCl2.
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- Yan Wang
- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Food Safety and Health Research Center, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Tropical Disease Research, Guangdong, School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510515, PR China
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- Food Safety and Health Research Center, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Tropical Disease Research, Guangdong, School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510515, PR China
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- Food Safety and Health Research Center, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Tropical Disease Research, Guangdong, School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510515, PR China
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- Food Safety and Health Research Center, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Tropical Disease Research, Guangdong, School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510515, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China
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- Department of public health and preventive medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510632, PR China.
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- Food Safety and Health Research Center, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Tropical Disease Research, Guangdong, School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510515, PR China.
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Verma S, Batoye S, Jindal R. Protective efficacy of naringenin against cadmium-induced redox imbalance in Labeo rohita: an integrated biomarker approach. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2022; 29:25591-25604. [PMID: 34846652 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-17703-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The protective efficacy of dietary naringenin (NG) has been investigated against the toxicity caused by cadmium chloride (CdCl2) using biomarkers of oxidative stress in the liver, gills and kidney of Labeo rohita. The fish were exposed to environmentally relevant concentrations of CdCl2 (0.37 and 0.62 mg/L) and simultaneously orally administered with NG (50 mg/kg bw/day) for 60 days. Tissue (gills, liver and kidney) samples were collected on days 15, 30 and 60 of the experiment and analysed for endogenous antioxidants and oxidative stress biomarkers. CdCl2 exposure for 15 and 30 days induced the development of adaptive mechanism as demonstrated by the enhanced activities of superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase and glutathione-S-transferase in all three tissues. However, on the 60th day, CdCl2-induced oxidative damage was stipulated by a decline in the enzyme activities and reduced glutathione (GSH) content significantly (p < 0.05) below control levels along with enhanced levels of lipid peroxidation. Oral administration of NG in toxicant exposed fish significantly restored the altered levels of antioxidants, oxidative enzymes and lipid peroxidation. Besides, integrated biomarker response (IBR) analysis was applied by combining all the biomarkers to indicate the overall stress response index. IBR analysis confirmed the altered levels of biomarkers, the oxidative stress induced by CdCl2 exposure and the ameliorative potential of NG. The present study suggested that NG might have protective role against Cd-induced oxidative insult which might be ascribed to the ability of NG to chelate metals and scavenge free radicals.
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- Sakshi Verma
- Aquatic Biology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, 160014, India
- Department of Zoology, Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, 144008, Punjab, India
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- Department of Zoology, Maharaja Agrasen University, Baddi, 174103, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Aquatic Biology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, 160014, India.
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Akinrinde AS, Adekanmbi AO, Olojo FO. Nigella sativa oil protects against cadmium-induced intestinal toxicity via promotion of anti-inflammatory mechanisms, mucin expression and microbiota integrity. Avicenna J Phytomed 2022; 12:241-256. [PMID: 36186933 PMCID: PMC9482710 DOI: 10.22038/ajp.2021.18774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2021] [Revised: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 08/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Objective This study examined the protective effects of Nigella sativa oil (NSO) on cadmium (Cd)-induced alterations affecting gut morphology and microbiota composition, as well as the involvement of mucus glycoprotein (MUC2) and immuno-inflammatory markers (TNFα and IL-2) in the colon of rats. Materials and Methods Male Wistar rats, randomized into four groups, were treated either with distilled water (control), CdCl2 (100 mg/kg), CdCl2+NSO (1 ml/kg) or NSO alone. After the experiments, faecal samples were processed for microbial culture on various selective media, while intestinal segments were prepared for histopathological examination and immunohistochemistry. The composition of NSO was analyzed using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). Results Oral Cd administration provoked dramatic increases in faecal counts of potentially pathogenic bacteria (Staphylococci, Enterococci, Pseudomonas and Escherichia coli), while decreasing probiotic lactobacilli counts. Cadmium treatment caused down-regulation of colonic MUC2 (p=0.003) and IL-2 (p=0.03), but increased TNFα (p=0.034), along with reduced goblet cell counts and mucus production. Conversely, treatment with NSO significantly improved Lactobacilli counts (p=0.042), while reducing the levels of potentially pathogenic species. In addition, NSO significantly restored colonic expressions of MUC2 (p=0.001), TNFα (p=0.007) and IL-2 (p=0.025) to control levels. GC-MS analysis of NSO revealed the presence of the active ingredient, thymoquinone and a high content of unsaturated fatty acids, including trans-13-octadecenoic acid and oleic acid. Conclusion This study highlights the intestinal mucus, microbiota and immuno-inflammatory system as important protective targets of NSO against Cd-induced intestinal toxicity.
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- Akinleye Stephen Akinrinde
- Environmental and Gastrointestinal Toxicology Laboratory, Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria,Corresponding Author: Tel: +234(0)7064368126,
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- Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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Albeltagy RS, Mumtaz F, Abdel Moneim AE, El-Habit OH. N-Acetylcysteine Reduces miR-146a and NF-κB p65 Inflammatory Signaling Following Cadmium Hepatotoxicity in Rats. Biol Trace Elem Res 2021; 199:4657-4665. [PMID: 33454892 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02591-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2020] [Accepted: 01/10/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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We performed a thorough screening and analysis of the impact of cadmium chloride (CdCl2) and N-acetylcysteine (NAC) on the miR146a/NF-κB p65 inflammatory pathway and mitochondrial biogenesis dysfunction in male albino rats. A total of 24 male albino rats were divided into three groups: a control group, a CdCl2-treated group (3 mg/kg, orally), and a CdCl2 + NAC-treated group (200 mg/kg of NAC, 1 h after CdCl2 treatment), for 60 consecutive days. Real-time quantitative PCR was used to analyze the expression of miR146a, Irak1, Traf6, Nrf1, Nfe2l2, Pparg, Prkaa, Stat3, Tfam, Tnfa, and Il1b, whereas tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-1β, and cyclooxygenase-2 protein levels were assessed using ELISA, and NF-κB p65 was detected using western blotting. A significant restoration of homeostatic inflammatory processes as well as mitochondrial biogenesis was observed after NAC and CdCl2 treatment. Decreased miR146a and NF-κB p65 were also found after treatment with NAC and CdCl2 compared with CdCl2 treatment alone. Collectively, our findings demonstrate that CdCl2 caused mtDNA release because of Tfam loss, leading to NF-κB p65 activation. Co-treatment with NAC could alleviate Cd-induced genotoxicity in liver tissue. We concluded that adding NAC to CdCl2 resulted in a decreased signaling of the NF-κB p65 signaling pathway.
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- Rasha S Albeltagy
- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt.
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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Ben-Abdallah S, Sefi M, Soudani N, Hamdi A, Bejaoui S, Issaoui H, El Cafsi M, Karray-Bouraoui N. Potential antioxidant effects of Narcissus tazetta phenolic compounds against cadmium chloride-induced hepatotoxicity in Swiss albino mice. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2021; 28:66193-66205. [PMID: 34331222 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-15497-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Narcissus tazetta (Amaryllidaceae) is a medicinal plant widely used for cut flowers and potted ornamental plant in Tunisia flora. The current study evaluated the phenolic composition and antioxidant properties of its flower extracts and investigated its potential protective activity against cadmium chloride (CdCl2)-induced hepatotoxicity in mice. Mice were divided into six groups of six each: group 1, serving as negative controls, received by intraperitoneal way only distilled water; group 2 received by intraperitoneal way CdCl2 (0.16 mg/kg bw); groups 3 and 4 received CdCl2 at the same dose of group 2 and 100 or 200 mg/kg bw of Narcissus tazetta flower extracts via oral route; groups 5 and 6, serving as positive controls, received only Narcissus tazetta flower extracts. Polyphenolic compounds of the extract were analyzed by colorimetric and high-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS) methods. Total antioxidant activity and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging potential of the extract were estimated using colorimetric method. Results indicated that ethanolic flower extract contained high levels of total phenolic and flavonoid along with a strong total antioxidant and DPPH free radical scavenging activities. HPLC-MS analysis identified eight phenolic compounds, including rutin, kaempferol glycosides, and chlorogenic acids. The extract also exhibited marked hepatoprotective effects against CdCl2 toxicity by reducing hepatic levels of malondialdehyde, advanced oxidation protein products, hydrogen peroxide, metallothioneins, and DNA degradation. Additionally, co-administration of Narcissus tazetta flower extracts lowered the plasma activities of transaminases, gamma glutamyl transpeptidase, and lactate dehydrogenase and increased hepatic levels of reduced glutathione, nonprotein thiols, vitamin C, and catalase activity. The hepatoprotective effects of the extract were demonstrated by histopathological improvement of liver disorders. The current study provided ethnopharmacological application of Narcissus tazetta flower extracts against CdCl2-induced oxidative stress, suggesting its chemoprevention role of its phenolic compounds as a natural antioxidant.
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- Saoussen Ben-Abdallah
- Laboratory of Plant Productivity and Environmental Constraints, LR18ES04, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunisia, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Ecology, Biology and Physiology of Aquatic Organisms, LR18ES41, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
- Animal Physiology Laboratory, Department of Life Sciences, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Ecology, Biology and Physiology of Aquatic Organisms, LR18ES41, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Plant Productivity and Environmental Constraints, LR18ES04, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunisia, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
- Phytochemicals and Food Quality Group, Instituto de la Grasa (CSIC), 41013, Seville, Spain
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- Laboratory of Ecology, Biology and Physiology of Aquatic Organisms, LR18ES41, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Plant Productivity and Environmental Constraints, LR18ES04, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunisia, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Ecology, Biology and Physiology of Aquatic Organisms, LR18ES41, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Laboratory of Plant Productivity and Environmental Constraints, LR18ES04, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunisia, University Tunis El Manar, 2092, Tunis, Tunisia
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Rashwan HM, Mohammed HE, El-Nekeety AA, Hamza ZK, Abdel-Aziem SH, Hassan NS, Abdel-Wahhab MA. Bioactive phytochemicals from Salvia officinalis attenuate cadmium-induced oxidative damage and genotoxicity in rats. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2021; 28:68498-68512. [PMID: 34275073 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-15407-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/08/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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This study was conducted to identify the bioactive phytochemicals in Salvia officinalis essential oil, to determine the polyphenols in the aqueous extract (SOE), and to evaluate their protective role against cadmium (Cd)-induced oxidative damage and genotoxicity in rats. Six groups of female rats were treated orally for 2 weeks including the control group, CdCl2-treated group, SOE-treated groups at low or high dose (100 and 200 mg/kg b.w), and CdCl2 plus SOE-treated groups at the two doses. The GC-MS analysis identified 39 compounds; the main compounds were 9-octadecenamide, eucalyptol, palmitic acid, and oleic acid. However, the HPLC analysis showed 12 polyphenolic compounds and the majority were coumaric acid, chlorogenic acid, coffeic acid, catechin, vanillin, gallic acid, ellagic acid, and rutin. In the biological study, rats received CdCl2 displayed severe disturbances in liver and kidney indices alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), albumin (Alb), total protein (TP), total bilirubin (T. Bil), direct bilirubin (D. Bil), creatinine, uric acid, and urea, lipid profile, tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) and CEA), glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT), malondialdehyde (MDA), nitric oxide (NO), gene expressions, DNA fragmentation, and histological alterations in the liver and kidney tissue. SOE showed a potent antioxidant and mitigated these alterations in serum and tissue. Moreover, the high dose succeeded to normalize most of the tested parameters and histological features. It could be concluded that S. officinalis is a promising source for bioactive compounds with therapeutic benefits against environmental toxicants.
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- Hanan M Rashwan
- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Al-Arish University, North Sinai, Al-Arish, Egypt
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- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, Al-Arish University, North Sinai, Al-Arish, Egypt
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- Food Toxicology & Contaminants Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Food Toxicology & Contaminants Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pathology Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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- Food Toxicology & Contaminants Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt.
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Poland CA, Lombaert N, Mackie C, Renard A, Sinha P, Verougstraete V, Lourens NJJ. Bioaccessibility as a determining factor in the bioavailability and toxicokinetics of cadmium compounds. Toxicology 2021; 463:152969. [PMID: 34606952 DOI: 10.1016/j.tox.2021.152969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Revised: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Cadmium toxicity occurs where there is absorption and accumulation of cadmium ions (Cd2+) in tissues beyond tolerable levels. Significant differences in the release of Cd2+ from cadmium compounds in biological fluids, like gastric fluid, may indicate differences in bioavailability and absorption. This means that direct read-across from high solubility cadmium compounds to lower solubility compounds may not accurately reflect potential hazards. Here, the relative bioaccessibility in gastric fluid of cadmium telluride and cadmium chloride was evaluated using in vitro bioelution tests whilst the toxicokinetic behavior of these two compounds were compared after dietary administration for 90 days in male and female Wistar Han rats following OECD TG 408. Cadmium chloride was highly bioaccessible, whilst cadmium telluride showed low solubility in simulated gastric fluid (90 % and 1.5 % bioaccessibility, respectively). This difference in bioaccessibility was also reflected by a difference in bioavailability as shown by the difference in the liver and kidney concentrations of cadmium after repeat oral exposure. Feeding at doses of 750 and 1500 ppm of cadmium telluride did not result in tissue cadmium levels above the lower limit of quantification (LLOQ). In contrast, feeding with a lower test substance concentration yet higher concentration of bioaccessible cadmium (30 ppm cadmium chloride) resulted in tissue accumulation of cadmium. Only slight, non-adverse changes in hematology and clinical chemistry parameters were seen at these doses, indicating an absence of significant cadmium mediated toxicity towards target organs (kidney and liver), reflected in minimal cadmium accumulation in these organs. This study demonstrates that bioelution tests can help determine the bioaccessibility of cadmium, which can be used to estimate the potential for target tissue toxicity based on known toxicokinetic profiles and threshold levels for cadmium toxicity, while reducing and refining animal testing.
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- Craig A Poland
- Regulatory Compliance Limited, 6 Dryden Road, Loanhead, Midlothian, EH20 9TY, UK; Centre for Inflammation Research, University of Edinburgh, Queen's Medical Research Institute, 47 Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4TJ, UK.
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- International Zinc Association, Reach Cadmium Consortium, Avenue de Tervueren 168/Box 4, B-1150, Brussels, Belgium
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- Regulatory Compliance Limited, 6 Dryden Road, Loanhead, Midlothian, EH20 9TY, UK
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- 5N Plus Inc., 4385, Rue Garand, Saint-Laurent, QC, H4R 2B4, Canada
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- First Solar, 350 West Washington Street, Suite 600, Tempe, AZ, 85281, USA
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- Charles River Laboratories Den Bosch B.V., 's-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands
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Abalaka SE, Oyelowo FO, Akande MG, Tenuche OZ, Sani NA, Adeyemo BT, Idoko IS, Ogbe AO, Ejeh SA. Effects of Moringa oleifera leaves extract, vitamin C, and taurine co-exposures on calcium and metallothionein levels, oxidative stress, and gill histopathological changes in Clarias gariepinus exposed to sub-lethal cadmium. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2021; 28:52258-52271. [PMID: 34003442 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-14426-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Cadmium aquatic environmental pollution poses great threats to fish and their would-be consumers. The present work investigated the effects of ethyl acetate extract of Moringa oleifera leaves (EAEMOL), vitamin C, and taurine co-exposures on calcium and metallothionein levels, oxidative stress, and gill histopathological changes in Clarias gariepinus exposed to sub-lethal cadmium (CdCl2) for 28 days. Fish were exposed to CdCl2 only (1.048 mg/L) as well as co-exposed with EAEMOL (20 mg/L), vitamin C (5 mg/L), and taurine (5 mg/L) separately. There was significant (p < 0.05) deterioration in fish water quality with increasing exposure period but no significant (p > 0.05) changes occurred between the exposed groups. However, the co-exposure of EAEMOL, vitamin C, and taurine did not significantly (p > 0.05) improve the CdCl2-induced fish water quality deterioration. Sub-lethal exposure to CdCl2 only caused significant (p < 0.05) increase in the serum malondialdehyde (MDA) and liver metallothionein (MT) levels with significant (p < 0.05) decrease in serum catalase activity only. However, EAEMOL, vitamin C, and taurine co-exposures did not significantly (p > 0.05) improve the MDA, superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione activities, as well as MT and calcium (Ca2+) levels, condition factor (CF), hepatosomatic index (HSI), and gill histopathological changes induced by the CdCl2 exposure. Similarly, none of the present exposures, CdCl2 only or its co-exposures with EAEMOL, vitamin C, and taurine significantly (p > 0.05) altered the normal functioning of the gills despite the observed histopathological changes based on the degree of tissue change protocol. Therefore, EAEMOL, vitamin C, and taurine co-exposures, as administered in the present case, did not considerably alter the physicochemical parameters of the experimental fish water. However, outside significantly (p < 0.05) increasing MDA level, EAEMOL, vitamin C, and taurine co-exposures did not significantly (p > 0.05) improve the CdCl2-induced Ca2+, MT, CF, HSI, and gill histopathological alterations by sub-lethal CdCl2 exposure of C. gariepinus.
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- Samson E Abalaka
- Department of Veterinary Pathology, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria.
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- Department of Veterinary Anatomy, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Pathology, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Pathology, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Animal Production and Health, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Pathology, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria
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Ali S, Bashir S, Mumtaz S, Shakir HA, Ara C, Ahmad F, Tahir HM, Faheem M, Irfan M, Masih A, Ulhaq M, Andleeb S. Evaluation of Cadmium Chloride-Induced Toxicity in Chicks Via Hematological, Biochemical Parameters, and Cadmium Level in Tissues. Biol Trace Elem Res 2021; 199:3457-3469. [PMID: 33125667 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-020-02453-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2020] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Cadmium is a heavy metal and a non-biodegradable environmental contaminant, and its omnipresence ensures its recurrent exposure to humans and animals. Its intake by chicks leads to fatal implications. Cadmium chloride (CdCl2) because of its bio-accumulative nature is an emerging threat to the poultry industry as well as to the humans which consumes these cadmium-intoxicated chickens. In the current study, the target was to elucidate the toxic effects of CdCl2on body weight, hematological, and biochemical parameters as well as its bioaccumulation in different organs of broiler chicks. Various concentrations of CdCl2 (0, 12, 24, 38, and 48 mg/kg body weight) were administered orally to five groups (A, B, C, D, and E) of broiler chicks, respectively. The biometric screening of the exposed birds was carried out by hematological parameters such as packed cell volume (PCV), total erythrocyte count (TEC), mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC), total protein, white blood cells (WBC), and hemoglobin (Hb), as well as biochemical parameters superoxide dismutase (SOD), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) with commercially available kits. Metal accumulation in different organs was detected using atomic absorption spectrophotometer. The compound exposure produced a varied impact on broiler birds. Hematological parameters showed a significant decrease except for WBC. Biochemical parameters also decreased significantly in a dose-dependent manner. However, it was revealed that the body weight of chickens was not affected considerably after CdCl2 exposure. A direct relationship was detected between the accumulation of metal within tissues (lungs, heart, and flesh) and exposure frequency. It can be deduced that an increase in Cd deposition in tissues may lead to an alteration in hematological-biochemical markers which may significantly contribute to systemic toxicity in broilers.
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- Shaukat Ali
- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan.
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- Department of Zoology, The University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, TheIslamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur, PK-63100, Pakistan
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- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Government Murray College Sialkot, Sialkot, Pakistan
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- Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, PK-46300, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, The University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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Espinosa-Ruiz C, Manuguerra S, Morghese M, García-Beltrán JM, Esteban MÁ, Giuga M, Messina CM, Santulli A. Immunity and inflammatory responses in gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata L.) exposed to sub-lethal mixture of carbamazepine, cadmium chloride and polybrominated diphenyl ether. Fish Shellfish Immunol 2021; 111:25-35. [PMID: 33359412 DOI: 10.1016/j.fsi.2020.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2020] [Revised: 12/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/20/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Chemical contaminants such as industrial and urban by-products, pharmaceuticals, drugs metabolites and, plastics, are continuously found in the oceans, affecting its quality and organism's welfare. Although these compounds are found at concentrations ranged ng L-1, there is an increasing concern about the potential adverse effects of the interactions among those substances present, simultaneously, in a mixture. In the present study, specimens of sea bream (Sparus aurata) were exposed, by food, to rising concentrations of a mixture of carbamazepine, polybrominated diphenyl ether-47 and cadmium chloride, for 15 days and then, maintained, with the same control diet, without contaminants, for other 15 days. Samples of skin mucus, serum, head-kidney, liver and intestine were sampled at 0, 15 and 30 days. Cellular immune parameters were evaluated on head-kidney, as well as humoral parameters were determined on skin mucus and serum. In addition, the expression of some genes, related to immunity, was analysed on liver and intestine. Both cellular and humoral response were affected at 15 days, showing slightly signs of recovery at 30 days. Besides, the expression of immune-related genes was highly affected, suggesting the development of inflammatory processes, as well as a reduction of immune parameters. Overall, the mixture of compounds severally affected the immune system of sea bream, suggesting a lower degree of recovery. The prolonged exposure to a mixture of these compounds could entail serious change on population immunity and, eventually, promote changes on marine biota.
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- Cristóbal Espinosa-Ruiz
- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Marine Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Marine Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Marine Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- Fish Innate Immune System Group, Department of Cell Biology and Histology, Faculty of Biology, Campus Regional de Excelencia Internacional "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, 30100, Murcia, Spain
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- Fish Innate Immune System Group, Department of Cell Biology and Histology, Faculty of Biology, Campus Regional de Excelencia Internacional "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, 30100, Murcia, Spain
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Marine Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy; Istituto per lo studio degli impatti Antropici e Sostenibilità in ambiente marino (IAS), Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Capo Granitola, Trapani, Italy; University of Catania, Dipartimento di Scienze Biologiche, Geologiche e Ambientali, Sezione di Scienze della Terra, Corso 57, 95129, Catania, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Marine Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy; Istituto per lo studio degli impatti Antropici e Sostenibilità in ambiente marino (IAS), Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Capo Granitola, Trapani, Italy.
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Marine Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy; Istituto per lo studio degli impatti Antropici e Sostenibilità in ambiente marino (IAS), Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Capo Granitola, Trapani, Italy; Consorzio Universitario della Provincia di Trapani, Marine Biology Institute, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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Tian J, Hu J, Liu D, Yin J, Chen M, Zhou L, Yin H. Cadmium chloride-induced transgenerational neurotoxicity in zebrafish development. Environ Toxicol Pharmacol 2021; 81:103545. [PMID: 33171223 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2020.103545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2020] [Revised: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/04/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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As an important environmental pollutant, the heavy metal cadmium has a significant negative impact on the stability of the ecological environment and on organismal health. Previous studies have shown that cadmium chloride can damage the nervous, skeletal, endocrine, and reproductive systems, but to our knowledge, the effects of cadmium on the behavior, neurotransmitter levels, and neuronal development in the offspring of exposed animals have not been reported. In the present study, sexually-mature zebrafish were exposed to cadmium chloride at different concentrations for 60 days, and in this background, behavior, neurotransmitters level, neuro-development and neurotransmitter metabolism was investigated in the F1 offspring. The results showed that exposure of the parental zebrafish to cadmium chloride resulted swimming speed and distance of F1 offspring significantly reduced; the levels of neurotransmitters, such as dopamine, serotonin, and acetylcholine is disrupted. neuro-development and neurotransmitter metabolism related genes expression pattern was altered, which cause zebrafish F1 offspring developmental neurotoxicity. These findings provide further insights into the harm posed by cadmium chloride to the aquatic ecosystems.
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- Jingjing Tian
- Academy for Engineering & Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, PR China; CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- School of Biology & Basic Medical Sciences, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- Academy for Engineering & Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, PR China; CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China.
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China.
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Liu P, Wang S, Chang Z, Li L, Xing H, Dong WF. Combined toxicity of silica nanoparticles and cadmium chloride on the cardiovascular system of zebrafish (Danio rerio) larvae. Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol 2021; 239:108895. [PMID: 32942051 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpc.2020.108895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2020] [Revised: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 09/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Silica nanoparticles (SiNPs) and cadmium are major environmental pollutants that have severe detrimental effects on living organisms. Recent studies have demonstrated that the combined exposure of SiNPs and heavy metals is more toxic than individual exposure. However, studies on the effects of the combined exposure of SiNPs and cadmium, on the cardiovascular system are rare. In this study, zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos were exposed to a combination of SiNPs and experimentally safe concentrations CdCl2 for studying the alterations in heart morphology, heart rate, apoptosis, and vascular endothelial cells. The results demonstrated that the detrimental effects of SiNPs+CdCl2 exposure on the heart rate and vascular endothelial cells were more severe than those following exposure to SiNPs or CdCl2 alone. Gene expression analysis revealed that apoptosis and inflammation could be the major pathways underlying the toxicity caused by the combined exposure of SiNPs and CdCl2.
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- Pai Liu
- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, People's Republic of China; CAS Key Laboratory of Biomedical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), 88 Keling Road, Suzhou 215163, People's Republic of China
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- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, People's Republic of China; CAS Key Laboratory of Biomedical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), 88 Keling Road, Suzhou 215163, People's Republic of China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biomedical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), 88 Keling Road, Suzhou 215163, People's Republic of China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biomedical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), 88 Keling Road, Suzhou 215163, People's Republic of China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biomedical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), 88 Keling Road, Suzhou 215163, People's Republic of China
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- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, People's Republic of China; CAS Key Laboratory of Biomedical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Science (CAS), 88 Keling Road, Suzhou 215163, People's Republic of China.
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Diab KA, Ibrahim NE, Fahmy MA, Hassan EM, Omara EA. Inhibitory activity of flaxseed oil against CdCl 2 induced liver and kidney damage: Histopathology, genotoxicity, and gene expression study. Toxicol Rep 2020; 7:1127-1137. [PMID: 32963966 PMCID: PMC7490469 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxrep.2020.08.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2020] [Revised: 08/21/2020] [Accepted: 08/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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The present work evaluated the effect of flaxseed oil (FO) against toxicity induced by cadmium chloride (CdCl2) in the mouse liver and kidney. Male Swiss albino mice were treated with CdCl2 (4.5 mg/kg, intraperitoneally) with or without FO at three concentrations (4, 8, 12 mL/kg, orally) for two consecutive weeks. To analyze the effects of FO, we used the following techniques: (1) histopathological examination; (2) comet assay; (3) RT-PCR gene expression analysis of tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) and tumor suppressor protein (p53); and (4) immunohistochemical analysis of caspase-9 protein expression. The gas chromatography-mass spectrometry results showed that FO had a high content of unsaturated fatty acids including, oleic acid, linolenic acid, and linoleic acid. Oral supplementation with FO (12 mL/kg) resulted in a normal histological appearance without alteration in the DNA integrity and gene expression of TNF-α, p53, and caspase-9 in liver and kidney tissues. As expected, CdCl2 remarkably induced loss of histological integrity, increased DNA comet formation, increased TNF-α and p53 mRNA expression levels and increased the immunoreactivity of caspase-9 expression. When FO was given before administration of CdCl2, these histopathological defects were reversed; necrosis, degeneration, inflammatory cell infiltration, hemorrhage, Kupffer cells, and pyknotic cells were all reduced. These histological improvements induced by FO were accompanied by reduced DNA breakage, downregulated mRNA expression of TNF-α and p53, and downregulated immunohistochemical expression of caspase-9 protein. In conclusion, FO and its constituents may act as signaling molecules and modify the expression of genes involved in proinflammatory cytokine production (TNF-α), cell cycle arrest (p53), and apoptosis (caspase-9), thereby improving biological activities and health.
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- Kawthar A. Diab
- Genetics and Cytology Department, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Division, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Bohouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, P.O. 12622, Egypt
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- Microbial Biotechnology Department, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Division, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Bohouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, P.O. 12622, Egypt
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- Genetics and Cytology Department, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Division, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Bohouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, P.O. 12622, Egypt
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- Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research Department, Pharmaceutical Industries Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Bohouth St, Dokki, Cairo, P.O. 12622, Egypt
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- Pathology Department, Medical Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Bohouth Street, Dokki, Cairo, P.O. 12622, Egypt
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Ekhoye EI, Olerimi SE, Ehebha SE. Comparison of the deleterious effects of yaji and cadmium chloride on testicular physiomorphological and oxidative stress status: The gonadoprotective effects of an omega-3 fatty acid. Clin Exp Reprod Med 2020; 47:168-179. [PMID: 32861239 PMCID: PMC7482946 DOI: 10.5653/cerm.2019.03517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/01/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Objective This study investigated testicular oxidative stress status and physiomorphological function in Wistar rats fed with yaji and cadmium chloride (CdCl2). Methods Sixty male albino Wistar rats (12 per group) were randomly assigned to five groups: group I (control), group II (300 mg/kg.bw of yaji), group III (500 mg/kg.bw of yaji), group IV (2.5 mg/kg.bw of CdCl2), and group V (2.5 mg/kg.bw of yaji+4 mg/kg.bw omega-3). Each group was evenly subdivided into two subgroups and treatment was administered for 14 days and 42 days, respectively. Semen quality (sperm count, progressive motility, normal morphology, and gonadosomatic index), hormones (testosterone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone), testicular oxidative stress markers (superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, and malonaldehyde) and testicular histomorphological features were examined. Results Yaji caused significant (p< 0.05) dose- and duration-dependent reductions in semen quality, the gonadosomatic index, testosterone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone. Yaji also caused significant (p< 0.05) dose- and duration-dependent decreases in superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase activity, as well as increased testicular malonaldehyde levels. Yaji induced distortions in the testicular histological architecture. CdCl2 damaged testicular function by significantly (p< 0.05) reducing semen quality, reproductive hormone levels, and oxidative stress markers in albino Wistar rats. CdCl2 also altered the histology of the testis. Conclusion This study shows that yaji sauce has similar anti-fertility effects to those of CdCl2, as it adversely interferes with male reproduction by impairing oxidative stress markers and the function and morphological features of the testis.
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Tian J, Hu J, He W, Zhou L, Huang Y. Parental exposure to cadmium chloride causes developmental toxicity and thyroid endocrine disruption in zebrafish offspring. Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol 2020; 234:108782. [PMID: 32339758 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpc.2020.108782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2020] [Revised: 04/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Cadmium is a common heavy metal pollutant. Previous studies have found that long-term cadmium exposure can cause damage to multiple organs/systems in humans and experimental animals; however, there are few studies that elucidate its effects on offspring development, discuss whether it can be transmitted to offspring from the parent, and debate whether it affects the functional development of the thyroid hormone system in offsprings. In this study, sexually mature zebrafish were exposed to different concentrations of cadmium chloride (0.01 μmol/L, 0.1 μmol/L, and 1 μmol/L) to study reproductive toxicity. It was found that parental zebrafish exposed to 1 μmol/L of cadmium chloride produced offsprings with different degrees of malformation. At 5 days post-fertilization (dpf), the levels of 3,5,3'-triiododenosine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) in the zebrafish were decreased. At 10 dpf, the T4 and T3 levels in the zebrafish of the offspring were significantly reduced. At the same time, the expression of thyroid receptor (trα and trβ) genes in five dpf larvae was significantly up-regulated in the 1 μmol/L treatment group relative to the control group. The mRNAs of thyroid hormone synthesis and metabolism-related genes (tshβ, dio1, dio2, ugt1ab, and ttr) were significantly up-regulated in the 0.1 μmol/L and 1 μmol/L treatment groups. This study demonstrates that parental cadmium chloride exposure produces reproductive toxicity in zebrafish and that the effects can be transferred from the parent to the offspring, resulting in developmental toxicity in the thyroid endocrine system.
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- Jingjing Tian
- Academy for Engineering & Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, PR China; CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- School of Biology & Basic Medical Sciences, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, PR China
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- Shaanxi Institute of Pediatric Diseases, Xi'an Key Laboratory of Children's Health and Diseases, Xi'an Children's Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710003, PR China
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- Academy for Engineering & Technology, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, PR China; CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China.
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- Shaanxi Institute of Pediatric Diseases, Xi'an Key Laboratory of Children's Health and Diseases, Xi'an Children's Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710003, PR China.
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Ali S, Awan Z, Mumtaz S, Shakir HA, Ahmad F, Ulhaq M, Tahir HM, Awan MS, Sharif S, Irfan M, Khan MA. Cardiac toxicity of heavy metals (cadmium and mercury) and pharmacological intervention by vitamin C in rabbits. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2020; 27:29266-29279. [PMID: 32436095 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-09011-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2019] [Accepted: 04/22/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Mercury and cadmium are highly dangerous metals that can lead to disastrous effects in animals and humans. The aim of the current research was to elucidate the poisonous effects of mercuric chloride and cadmium chloride individually and in combination on biochemical profiles of plasma and their accumulation in heart. The therapeutic effect of vitamin C against these metals in rabbits was also studied. Mercuric chloride (1.2 μg/g), cadmium chloride (1.5 μg/g), and vitamin C (150 μg/g of body weight) were orally given to treatment groups of the rabbits (1-control; 2-vitamin; 3-CdCl2; 4-HgCl2; 5-vitamin + CdCl2; 6-vitamin + HgCl2; 7-CdCl2 + HgCl2, and 8-vitamin + CdCl2 + HgCl2. After the biometric determination of all intoxicated rabbits, biochemical parameters, viz low-density lipoproteins (LDL), high-density lipoproteins (HDL), cholesterol, creatine kinase, and troponin T (TnT) were analyzed using available kits. Levels of cholesterol (0.7 ± 0.1 mmol/l), creatine kinase (2985.2 ± 11 IU/L), LDL (20.35 ± 1.31 mg/dl), and troponin T (1.22 ± 0.03 μg/l) were significantly (P < 0.05) increased. HDL (84.78 ± 4.30 mg/dl) was significantly (P < 0.05) decreased, while supplementation of vitamin C decreased the adverse effects of CdCl2 and HgCl2 on biochemical parameters in all metal-exposed groups. A similar trend was also seen in rabbits treated with CdCl2 + vitamin and vitamin + CdCl2 + HgCl2. Accumulation of Cd and Hg was higher in heart tissues. This study, therefore, provides awareness on the cardiac toxicity of mercury and cadmium chlorides in the rabbits and the possible protective role of vitamin C against the perturbations induced by metals.
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- Shaukat Ali
- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan.
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, PK-46300, Pakistan
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- Applied Entomology and Medical Toxicology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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Ruiz CE, Manuguerra S, Curcuraci E, Santulli A, Messina CM. Carbamazepine, cadmium chloride and polybrominated diphenyl ether-47, synergistically modulate the expression of antioxidants and cell cycle biomarkers, in the marine fish cell line SAF-1. Mar Environ Res 2020; 154:104844. [PMID: 31784109 DOI: 10.1016/j.marenvres.2019.104844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2019] [Revised: 11/08/2019] [Accepted: 11/20/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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A wide range of contaminants, industrial by-products, plastics, and pharmaceutics belonging to various categories, have been found in sea water. Although these compounds are detected at concentrations that might be considered as sub-lethal, under certain conditions they could act synergistically producing unexpected effects in term of toxicity or perturbation of biochemical markers leading to standard pathway. In this study, the Sparus aurata fibroblast cell line SAF-1, was exposed to increasing concentrations of carbamazepine (CBZ), polybrominated diphenyl ether 47 (BDE-47) and cadmium chloride (CdCl2) until 72 h, to evaluate the cytotoxicity and the expression of genes related to antioxidant defense, cell cycle and energetic balance. In general, both vitality and gene expression were affected by the exposure to the different toxicants, in terms of antioxidant defense and cell cycle control, showing the most significant effects in cells exposed to the mixture of the three compounds, respect to the single compounds separately. The synergic effect of the compounds on the analyzed biomarkers, underlie the potential negative impact of the contaminants on health of marine organisms.
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- Cristobal Espinosa Ruiz
- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Sea Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Sea Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Sea Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Sea Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy; Consorzio Universitario della Provincia di Trapani, Marine Biology Institute, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Dept. of Earth and Sea Science DISTEM, Laboratory of Marine Biochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Via Barlotta 4, 91100, Trapani, Italy.
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Olaniyi KS, Amusa OA, Oniyide AA, Ajadi IO, Akinnagbe NT, Babatunde SS. Protective role of glutamine against cadmium-induced testicular dysfunction in Wistar rats: Involvement of G6PD activity. Life Sci 2019; 242:117250. [PMID: 31899225 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2019.117250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2019] [Revised: 12/14/2019] [Accepted: 12/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Endocrine disruptor such as cadmium has been widely reported to cause testicular toxicity, which contributes to recent decline in male fertility worldwide. Glutamine, the most abundant amino acid in the body has been demonstrated to exert protective effects in cellular toxicity. However, its role in testicular toxicity is unknown. The present study is therefore aimed at investigating the effects of glutamine supplementation on cadmium-induced testicular toxicity, and the possible involvement of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) activity. MATERIALS AND METHOD Male Wistar rats weighing 160-190 g were allotted into 4 groups (n = 5/group): The groups received vehicle (distilled water; p.o.), glutamine (1gkg-1; p.o.), cadmium chloride (5mgkg-1p.o.) and Cadmium chloride plus glutamine respectively, daily for 30 days. Biochemical and histological analyses were performed with appropriate method. RESULTS Administration of cadmium significantly decreased body weight, sperm count, motility and viability, as well as altered sperm morphology and progressivity. Cadmium also caused atrophy of the seminiferous tubule in addition to disrupted testicular architecture, lumen, Sertoli cells and spermatogonia. Similarly, serum and testicular aspartate transaminase, and malondialdehyde significantly increased, and G6PD, glutathione, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate and nitric oxide significantly decreased with corresponding decrease in follicle stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone and testosterone in cadmium-treated animals compared with control groups. However, supplementation with glutamine attenuated these alterations. CONCLUSION The present study demonstrates that cadmium induces testicular dysfunction that is attributable to defective G6PD and accompanied by increased lipid peroxidation and impaired NO-dependent endothelial function. Interestingly, glutamine supplementation ameliorates cadmium-induced testicular dysfunction through enhancement of G6PD activity.
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- Kehinde S Olaniyi
- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria; School of Laboratory Medicine & Medical Sciences, Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X54001, Congella 4013, Westville, Durban, South Africa; Department of Physiology, College of Health Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.
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- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria
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- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria
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- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria; School of Laboratory Medicine & Medical Sciences, Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X54001, Congella 4013, Westville, Durban, South Africa
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- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria
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- Department of Physiology, College of Health Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
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Oboh G, Adebayo AA, Ademosun AO, Olowokere OG. Rutin alleviates cadmium-induced neurotoxicity in Wistar rats: involvement of modulation of nucleotide-degrading enzymes and monoamine oxidase. Metab Brain Dis 2019; 34:1181-1190. [PMID: 30972687 DOI: 10.1007/s11011-019-00413-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Rutin is a flavonoid commonly found in many vegetables, fruits and other plant species. Thus, this study investigated the protective role of rutin on cognitive function and impairment of ectonucleotidase, monoamine oxidase (MAO) and antioxidant enzymes activities in the cortex and hippocampus of cadmium-induced rats. Cognitive impairment was induced by an oral administration of 5 mg/kg Cadmium chloride for 14 consecutive days. Rutin was dissolved in 2% dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and administered orally at the doses of 25 and 50 mg/kg for 14 days. Thereafter, animals were divided into six groups (n = 6) as follows: control, rutin 25 mg/kg, rutin 50 mg/kg, cadmium, cadmium plus rutin 25 mg/kg, cadmium plus rutin 50 mg/kg. After treatment period of 14 days, animals were sacrificed and the brain was dissected into cortex and hippocampus. Results showed that cadmium caused a significant increase in ectonucleotidases, adenosine deaminase (ADA) and MAO activities, with a concomitant decrease in thiol levels and antioxidant enzymes activities. However, treatment with rutin decreased ectonucleotidase, ADA and MAO activities in cadmium-induced rats. In addition, rutin reduced residual level of cadmium ion in the brain of cadmium-induced rats. Conclusively, present findings revealed that rutin could prevent/restored the impairment of the enzymes that regulate the purinergic and monoaminergic extracellular signaling and restore antioxidant status in cognitive impairment caused by prolonged cadmium exposure.
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- Ganiyu Oboh
- Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Research Laboratory, Biochemistry Department, Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 704, Akure, 340001, Nigeria.
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Research Laboratory, Biochemistry Department, Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 704, Akure, 340001, Nigeria.
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Research Laboratory, Biochemistry Department, Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 704, Akure, 340001, Nigeria
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Research Laboratory, Biochemistry Department, Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 704, Akure, 340001, Nigeria
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Mahmoudi R, Azizi A, Abedini S, Hemayatkhah Jahromi V, Abidi H, Jafari Barmak M. Green tea improves rat sperm quality and reduced cadmium chloride damage effect in spermatogenesis cycle. J Med Life 2019; 11:371-380. [PMID: 30894897 PMCID: PMC6418325 DOI: 10.25122/jml-2018-0005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Introduction: Testicular tissue is part of the reproductive system that some mineral compounds such as cadmium chloride (CdCl2) destroy. Green tea (Camellia sinensis) extract can reduce the tissue damage caused by toxins due to its antioxidant properties. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of green tea extract on sperm quality in cadmium chloride toxicity. Materials and Methods: In the present study, male Wistar rats were allotted randomly into four groups, namely control group (C), CdCl2 (1.5mg/kg), GT 1.5% (w/v) and in combinationCdCl2+GT groups. CdCl2 was injected intraperitoneally (1.5 mg /kg) whereas the green tea extract was administrated orally. At 13, 25 and 49 days after treatment, the rats were euthanized and the reproductive organs (testes, epididymis) were excised and used for sperm analysis and histo-morphometric examinations. Results: The mean of the diameter of seminiferous tubes, the number of spermatogonia, Sertoli, Leydig cells and thickness of the germinal layer in the testis were significantly increased (P<0.05) in all groups compared to the CdCl2 group (P<0.05). Sperm motility, sperm count and testosterone were significantly decreased in the CdCl2 group compared to all groups of treatment (p<0.05). The mean of MDA was significantly increased in the CdCl2 group compared to other groups (p<0.05). Conclusion: Green tea has an antioxidant effect that reduces the effects of free oxygen radicals produced from toxins such as cadmium chloride. In addition, it could decrease lipid peroxidation of the cell membrane and ultimately prevent the destruction of tissues in the long run.
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- Reza Mahmoudi
- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran
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Badr GM, Elsawy H, Sedky A, Eid R, Ali A, Abdallah BM, Alzahrani AM, Abdel-Moneim AM. Protective effects of quercetin supplementation against short-term toxicity of cadmium-induced hematological impairment, hypothyroidism, and testicular disturbances in albino rats. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2019; 26:8202-8211. [PMID: 30697654 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-04276-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the probable protective effect of quercetin (QUE) against cadmium (Cd)-induced sub-chronic toxicity in rats. Adult male rats were given either Cd (as cadmium chloride; 5 mg/kg) alone or in combination with QUE (50 mg/kg) daily for 4 weeks by oral gavage. At the end of the experimental period, Cd accumulation, and selected hematological, thyroid, and reproductive markers were assessed. Results revealed that Cd treatment significantly increased Cd concentrations in blood, thyroid gland, and testicular tissue of rats. Cd also caused a decline in hemoglobin content, hematocrit value, and total erythrocyte and leucocyte counts. Further, significant suppressions in the blood levels of hormones related to thyroid gland function, and male reproductive hormones (i.e., testosterone, luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone), were observed in Cd-treated rats compared to the control. In parallel, low sperm count and sperm motility, increased sperm abnormalities, and marked pathology occurred in testis. Combination with QUE recorded amelioration of the deleterious effects of Cd, involving regulation of hematological toxicity and thyroid hormonal levels and subsequently modulation of testicular function. In conclusion, it appears that dietary QUE can rescue from Cd-induced hematological dysfunctions and testicular damage by reversing the hypothyroid state.
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- Gehan M Badr
- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Aswan University, Aswan, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Endocrine Research (KMEB), Department of Endocrinology, Odense University Hospital and University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia.
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
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Ali S, Hussain S, Khan R, Mumtaz S, Ashraf N, Andleeb S, Shakir HA, Tahir HM, Khan MKA, Ulhaq M. Renal toxicity of heavy metals (cadmium and mercury) and their amelioration with ascorbic acid in rabbits. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2019; 26:3909-3920. [PMID: 30547340 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-018-3819-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2018] [Accepted: 11/21/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Cadmium and mercury are among the most toxic and dangerous environmental pollutants that may cause fatal implications. Vitamin C is an important chain-breaking antioxidant and enzyme co-factor against heavy metals. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the toxicological effects of cadmium chloride, mercuric chloride, and their co-administration on biochemical parameters of blood serum and metal bioaccumulation in kidneys and also to elucidate the protective effect of vitamin C in rabbits against these metals. In the current research, cadmium chloride (1.5 mg/kg), mercuric chloride(1.2 mg/kg), and vitamin C (150 mg/kg of body weight) were orally administered to eight treatment groups of the rabbits (1, control; 2, vitamin; 3, CdCl2; 4, HgCl2; 5, vitamin + CdCl2; 6, vitamin + HgCl2; 7, CdCl2 + HgCl2, and 8, vitamin + CdCl2 + HgCl2). After the biometric measurements of all experimental rabbits, biochemical parameters viz. creatinine, cystatin C, uric acid, and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and metal bioaccumulation were determined using commercially available kits and atomic absorption spectrophotometer, respectively. The levels of creatinine (28.3 ± 1.1 μmol/l), cystatin C (1932.5 ± 38.5 ηg/ml), uric acid (4.8 ± 0.1 mg/day), and ALP (51.6 ± 1.1 IU/l) were significantly (P < 0.05) increased due to administration of mercuric chloride but in the presence of vitamin C, the effects of mercuric chloride on creatinine (21.9 ± 1.4 μmol/l), cystatin C (1676.2 ± 42.2 ηg/ml), uric acid (3.9 ± 0.1 mg/day), and ALP (43.3 ± 0.8 IU/l) were less as compared to metal-exposed specimens. Similar results were found in rabbits treated with cadmium chloride and vitamin C and also with co-administration of both metals and vitamin C. Because of the bio-accumulative nature of cadmium chloride and mercuric chloride, these metals were accumulated in kidneys of rabbits, which might lead to deleterious effects. The results of the present study provide an insight into the toxicity of the cadmium chloride, mercuric chloride, and/or their combination on biochemical parameters as well as kidneys of the rabbits and the ameliorating potential of vitamin C against these metals is also evaluated.
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- Shaukat Ali
- Department of Zoology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan.
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffarabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, PK-46300, Pakistan
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Aly FM, Kotb AM, Haridy MAM, Hammad S. Impacts of fullerene C 60 and virgin olive oil on cadmium-induced genotoxicity in rats. Sci Total Environ 2018; 630:750-756. [PMID: 29499533 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.02.205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2017] [Revised: 01/29/2018] [Accepted: 02/17/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Currently, cadmium is considered to be one of the major environmental pollutants. Environmentally, cadmium is released in various forms e.g. oxide, chloride and sulphide. The aim of the present study was to examine the genotoxic impact of fullerene nanoparticles C60 (C60) and virgin olive oil (VOO) on cadmium chloride (CdCl2)-induced genotoxicity in rats. To evaluate these effects on DNA damage and chromosomal frequency, 25 albino rats were randomly assigned to 5 groups (n=5 per group): Group 1 served as a control; Group 2 received a single intraperitoneal dose of CdCl2 (3.5mg/kg); Group 3 animals were treated with C60 (4mg/kg, orally) every other day for 20days; Group 4 received a single intraperitoneal dose of CdCl2 (3.5mg/kg) and an oral dose of C60 (4mg/kg); and Group 5 received a single intraperitoneal dose of CdCl2 (3.5mg/kg) and oral doses of VOO every other day for 20 consecutive days. Genotoxic and anti-genotoxic effects of C60 and VOO were evaluated in the liver, kidney and bone marrow using molecular and cytogenetic assays. As expected, CdCl2 and C60 administration was associated with band number alterations in both liver and kidney; however, C60 pretreatment recovered to approximately basal number. Surprisingly, C60 and VOO significantly attenuated the genotoxic effects caused by CdCl2 in livers and kidneys. In bone marrow, in addition to a reduction in the chromosomal number, several chromosomal aberrations were caused by CdCl2. These chromosomal alterations were also reversed by C60 and VOO. In conclusion, molecular and cytogenetic studies showed that C60 and VOO exhibit anti-genotoxic agents against CdCl2-induced genotoxicity in rats. Further studies are needed to investigate the optimal conditions for potential biomedical applications of these anti-genotoxic agents.
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- Fayza M Aly
- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, South Valley University, 83523-Qena, Egypt
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, Assiut University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, 71515-Assiut, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology & Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, South Valley University, Qena 83523, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, South Valley University, 83523-Qena, Egypt; Molecular Hepatology Section, Department of Medicine II, Medical Faculty, Mannheim Heidelberg University, 68167-Mannheim, Germany.
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Shrivastava P, Choudhary R, Nirmalkar U, Singh A, Shree J, Vishwakarma PK, Bodakhe SH. Magnesium taurate attenuates progression of hypertension and cardiotoxicity against cadmium chloride-induced hypertensive albino rats. J Tradit Complement Med 2018; 9:119-123. [PMID: 30963046 PMCID: PMC6435948 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcme.2017.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2016] [Revised: 06/13/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The present study was designed to evaluate the antihypertensive activity and cardioprotective effects of magnesium taurate against cadmium chloride (CdCl2)-intoxicated albino rats. Sprague Dawley male albino rats (120-150 g) were divided into five groups having six animals in each group. Hypertension and cardiotoxicity were induced in animals by administration of CdCl2 (0.5 mg/kg/day, i.p.) for four weeks. Magnesium taurate (2 and 4 mg/kg/day) was administered orally after induction of hypertension (after two weeks) in their respective groups concurrently with CdCl2 for next two weeks. Amlodipine (3 mg/kg/day, p.o.) was used as a standard and administered after induction of hypertension. Blood pressure was monitored biweekly by using non-invasive blood pressure system and biochemical parameters and histopathology of the heart were evaluated after four weeks of the experimental protocol. During the four weeks of the experimental protocol, the toxic control group showed significant elevation of systolic and diastolic blood pressure concomitant with augmentation of cardiotoxicity as indicated by reduction in myocardial antioxidants including glutathione peroxidase, catalase, superoxide dismutase, reduced glutathione and increased malondialdehyde level in heart as compared to the normal group. The oral administrations of magnesium taurate significantly restored the blood pressure, myocardial antioxidants and malondialdehyde level as compared to toxic control group. In addition, histopathological examination showed that magnesium taurate treatments substantially reduced the myocardial damages against CdCl2 treatment. The results suggest that magnesium taurate has prominent antihypertensive and cardioprotective activity via its potent antioxidant activity and can be used as a nutrition supplement to improve the cardiovascular health.
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- Parikshit Shrivastava
- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, 495009, India
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Onyije FM, Nwanze MC, Alade GO, Alade TO, Mgbere OO, Okpora CK. Mimosa pudica Protects the Testes Against Cadmium-Induced Inflammation and Oligospermia: Potential Benefits in Treatment of Heavy Metal Toxicity. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 25:293-297. [PMID: 29739640 DOI: 10.1016/j.pathophys.2018.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2017] [Revised: 04/16/2018] [Accepted: 04/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Cadmium is a known environmental and industrial pollutant with an enormous tissue disrupting potential. Mimosa pudica (M. pudica) is a creeping annual or perennial herb known to possess anti asthmatic, anti-epileptic, anti-tumour, anti-fertility, aphrodisiac, analgesic, anti-depressant, sedative, emetic properties and a strong radical scavenging activity. This research was aimed at investigating the ameliorative effects of M. pudica on cadmium-induced testicular damage in adult male Sprague Dawley rats. Twenty adult Sprague Dawley rats were employed in the study. They were divided into 4 groups (A-D) of 5 rats each, and toxicity was induced by administering 0.4 mg/ml cadmium chloride through drinking water to groups B-D for 21days. M. pudica extract was administered orally at 250 and 500 mg/kg to groups C and D. Animals in Groups C and D showed remarkable histological improvements in testicular tissue and markedly reduced damages when compared with group B.The active sperm motility of group B (6.00 ± 1.00%) was significantly (p = 0.0001) decreased compared to that of the groups A (15.00 ± 0.00%)) and C (13.00 ± 1.22%). Sperm count analysis of group B (1.36 ± 0.28 × 106/cc), C (4.18 ± 0.81 × 106/cc) and D (2.54 ± 1.13 × 106/cc) were significantly lower (p = <0.05) when compared with group A (12.78 ± 0.92 × 106/cc), respectively. Sperm morphology of group A (70.00 ± 3.16%), B (66.00 ± 2.50), C (74.00 ± 2.45%) and D (64.00 ± 2.45%) recorded no significant difference. This study demonstrates that M. pudica has potential protective and restorative properties on the histoarchitecture of the testes of cadmium-treated rats.
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- F M Onyije
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine, Faculty of Pharmacy, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes & Policy, College of Pharmacy, University of Houston, Texas Medical Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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Zhao HP, Gao YF, Xia D, Zhao ZQ, Wu S, Wang XH, Liu HX, Xiao C, Xing XM, He Y. [The establishment of the immortalized mouse brain microvascular pericytes model and its preliminary application in screening of cerebrovascular toxicants]. Zhonghua Yu Fang Yi Xue Za Zhi 2018; 52:538-544. [PMID: 29747347 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.0253-9624.2018.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Objective: To establish the immortalized mouse brain microvascular pericytes model and to apply to the cerebrovascular toxicants screening study. Methods: Brain pericytes were isolated from 3 weeks of mice by tissue digestion. Immortalized pericyte cell line was constructed by infecting with LT retrovirus. Monoclone was selected to purify the immortalized pericyte cell line. The pericyte characteristics and purity were explored by immunocytochemistry. Cell proliferation was measured by using the Pomega MTS cell Proliferation Colorimetric Assay Kit. Pericytes were treated with 0, 160, 320, 640, 1 280, 2 560 μmol/L lead acetate, 0, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 μmol/L cadmium chloride and 0, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 μmol/L sodium arsenite in 24 hours. Cell toxicity of each group was determined by MTS assay, median lethal dose (LD(50)) was calculated in linear regression. Results: Mouse brain pericytes were successfully isolated by tissue separation and enzyme digestion method. After immortalized by LT retroviruses, monoclone was selected and expanded to establish pericyte cell line. The brain pericytes exhibited typical long spindle morphology and positive staining for α-SMA and Vimentin. The proliferation of brain pericytes cell lines was very slowly, and the doubling time was about 48 hours. The proliferation of immortalized brain pericytes cell lines was very quickly, and the doubling time was about 24 hours. After lead acetate, cadmium chloride and sodium arsenite treatment for 24 hours respectively, gradual declines in cell viability were observed. The LD(50) of lead acetate was 2 025.0 μmol/L, the LD(50) of cadmium chloride was 36.6 μmol/L, and the LD(50) of sodium arsenite was 33.2 μmol/L. Conclusion: The immortalized mouse brain microvascular pericyte model is established successfully by infecting with LT retrovirus, and can be applied to screen cerebrovascular toxicants. The toxicity of these toxicants to immortalized mouse brain microvascular pericyte is in sequence: sodium arsenite,cadmium chloride, lead acetate.
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- H P Zhao
- Sun Yat-sen University School of Public Health, Guangzhou 510080, China
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Aly FM, Kotb AM, Hammad S. Effects of Spirulina platensis on DNA damage and chromosomal aberration against cadmium chloride-induced genotoxicity in rats. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2018; 25:10829-10836. [PMID: 29397502 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-018-1329-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2017] [Accepted: 01/17/2018] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Todays, bioactive compounds extracted from Spirulina platensis have been intensively studied for their therapeutical values. Therefore, in the present study, we aimed to evaluate the effects of S. platensis extract on DNA damage and chromosomal aberrations induced by cadmium in rats. Four groups of male albino rats (n = 7 rats) were used. The first group served as a control group and received distilled water. The second group was exposed intraperitoneally to cadmium chloride (CdCl2) (3.5 mg/kg body weight dissolved in 2 ml distilled water). The third group included the rats that were orally treated with S. platensis extract (1 g/kg dissolved in 5 ml distilled water, every other day for 30 days). The fourth group included the rats that were intraperitoneally and orally exposed to cadmium chloride and S. platensis, respectively. The experiment in all groups was extended for 60 days. The results of cadmium-mediated toxicity revealed significant genetic effects (DNA fragmentation, deletion or disappearance of some base pairs of DNA, and appearance of few base pairs according to ISSR-PCR analysis). Moreover, chromosomes showed structural aberrations such as reduction of chromosomal number, chromosomal ring, chromatid deletions, chromosomal fragmentations, and dicentric chromosomes. Surprisingly, S. platensis extract plus CdCl2-treated group showed less genetic effects compared with CdCl2 alone. Further, S. platensis extract upon CdCl2 toxicity was associated with less chromosomal aberration number and nearly normal appearance of DNA fragments as indicated by the bone marrow and ISSR-PCR analysis, respectively. In conclusion, the present novel study showed that co-treatment with S. platensis extract could reduce the genotoxic effects of CdCl2 in rats.
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- Fayza M Aly
- Zoology Department, Faculty of Science, South Valley University, Qena, 83523, Egypt
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- Institute of Anatomy and Cell Biology, University Medicine Greifswald, Friedrich-Loeffler-Str. 23c, 17487, Greifswald, Germany.
- Department of Anatomy and Histology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71515, Egypt.
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, South Valley University, Qena, 83523, Egypt
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Li X, Liu J, Wu S, Zheng W, Li H, Bao S, Chen Y, Guo X, Zhang L, Ge RS. In utero single low-dose exposure of cadmium induces rat fetal Leydig cell dysfunction. Chemosphere 2018; 194:57-66. [PMID: 29197250 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2017.11.159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2017] [Revised: 11/24/2017] [Accepted: 11/27/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Cadmium chloride (Cd) is a potent endocrine disruptor and may cause the malformation in the male reproductive tract. However, the effects of a single in utero exposure to low doses of Cd on fetal Leydig cell development are still unknown. The objective of this study is to investigate the effects of a single in utero exposure to low doses of Cd on rat fetal Leydig cell development. Adult 64-day-old Sprague-Dawley dams received a single intraperitoneal injection of 0, 0.25, 0.5, and 1.0 mg/kg Cd on gestational day 12. Cd dose-dependently reduced testosterone production of fetal testis, lowered fetal Leydig cell numbers, downregulated protein expression levels of Leydig (LHCGR, SCARB1, STAR, CYP11A1, HSD3B1, and CYP17A1), and Sertoli cells (HSD17B3, DHH, and FSHR). In conclusion, our results demonstrated that a single in utero exposure to low doses of Cd blocked fetal Leydig cell development.
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- Xiaojun Li
- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Center of Scientific Research, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Center of Scientific Research, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Center of Scientific Research, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China
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- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China; Center of Scientific Research, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325027, China.
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Xing N, Ji L, Song J, Ma J, Li S, Ren Z, Xu F, Zhu J. Cadmium stress assessment based on the electrocardiogram characteristics of zebra fish (Danio rerio): QRS complex could play an important role. Aquat Toxicol 2017; 191:236-244. [PMID: 28869925 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2017.08.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2017] [Revised: 08/25/2017] [Accepted: 08/26/2017] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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The electrocardiogram (ECG) of zebra fish (Danio rerio) expresses cardiac features that are similar to humans. Here we use sharp microelectrode measurements to obtain ECG characteristics in adult zebra fish and analyze the effects of cadmium chloride (CdCl2) on the heart. We observe the overall changes of ECG parameters in different treatments (0.1 TU, 0.5 TU and 1.0 TU CdCl2), including P wave, Q wave, R wave, S wave, T wave, PR interval (atrial contraction), QRS complex (ventricular depolarization), ST segment, and QT interval (ventricular repolarization). The trends of the ECG parameters showed some responses to the concentration and exposure time of CdCl2, but it was difficult to obtain more information about the useful indicators in water quality assessment depending on tendency analysis alone. A self-organizing map (SOM) showed that P values, R values, and T values were similar; R wave and T wave amplitude were similar; and most important, QRS value was similar to the CdCl2 stress according to the classified data patterns including CdCl2 stress (E) and ECG components based on the Ward linkage. It suggested that the duration of QRS complex was related to environmental stress E directly. The specification and evaluation of ECG parameters in Cd2+ pollution suggested that there is a markedly significant correlation between QRS complex and CdCl2 stress with the highest r (0.729) and the smallest p (0.002) among all ECG characteristics. In this case, it is concluded that QRS complex can be used as an indicator in the CdCl2 stress assessment due to the lowest AIC data abased on the linear regression model between the CdCl2 stress and ECG parameters.
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- Na Xing
- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China.
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, Shandong Normal University, Ji'nan 250014, People's Republic of China.
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Tian J, Hu J, Chen M, Yin H, Miao P, Bai P, Yin J. The use of mrp1-deficient (Danio rerio) zebrafish embryos to investigate the role of Mrp1 in the toxicity of cadmium chloride and benzo[a]pyrene. Aquat Toxicol 2017; 186:123-133. [PMID: 28282619 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2017.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2016] [Accepted: 03/01/2017] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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Previous studies in our lab have revealed that both P-glycoprotein (Pgp) and multi-resistance associated protein (Mrp) 1 played important roles in the detoxification of heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) in zebrafish embryos. This paper aims to extend this research by using mrp1-deficient model to illustrate the individual function of Mrp1. In this respect, CRISPR/Cas9 system was employed to generate a frameshift mutation in zebrafish mrp1 causing premature translational stops in Mrp1. Significant reduction on the efflux function of Mrps was found in mutant zebrafish embryos, which correlated well with the significantly enhanced accumulation and toxicity of cadmium chloride (CdCl2) and benzo[a]pyrene (BαP), indicating the protective role of the corresponding protein. The different alteration on the accumulation and toxicity of Cd2+ and BαP could be attributed to the fact that Cd2+ and its metabolites were mainly excreted by Mrp1, while BαP was primarily pumped out by Pgp. More importantly, the compensation mechanism for the absence of Mrp1, including elevated glutathione (GSH) level and up-regulated expression of pgp and mrp2 were also found. Thus, mrp1-deficient zebrafish embryo could be a useful tool in the investigation of Mrp1 functions in the early life stages of aquatic organisms. However, compensation mechanism should be taken into consideration in the interpretation of results obtained with mrp1-deficient fish.
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- Jingjing Tian
- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- School of Biology & Basic Medical Sciences, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215123, Jiangsu, China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China
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- CAS Key Lab of Bio-Medical Diagnostics, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215163, PR China.
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Choudhary R, Bodakhe SH. Olmesartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker inhibits the progression of cataract formation in cadmium chloride induced hypertensive albino rats. Life Sci 2016; 167:105-112. [PMID: 27744053 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2016.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2016] [Revised: 10/07/2016] [Accepted: 10/12/2016] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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AIMS Previously we found that cadmium chloride (CdCl2) exposure substantially elevates hypertension and potentiates cataract formation. In the present study, we investigated the protective effects of olmesartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker against cataractogenesis in the CdCl2-induced hypertensive animal model. MAIN METHODS Male Sprague-Dawley albino rats (150-180g) were randomly selected and assigned to four groups (n=6). Among the four groups, one group (normal) received 0.3% carboxymethyl cellulose (10ml/kg/day, p.o.), another group (CdCl2 control) received CdCl2 (0.5mg/kg/day, i.p.), and remaining two groups received olmesartan at two doses level (2 and 4mg/kg/day, p.o.) concurrently with CdCl2 for six consecutive weeks. Blood pressure and cataract formation were examined biweekly, and pathophysiological parameters in serum and eye lenses were evaluated after six weeks of the experimental protocol. KEY FINDINGS The olmesartan treatment significantly restored the blood pressure, lenticular opacity, serum and lens antioxidants (catalase, superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase, and glutathione reduced), and malondialdehyde level. Additionally, it significantly restored the proteins, ions (Na+, K+, and Ca2+), and ATPase pumps activity (Na+K+ ATPase and Ca2+ ATPase) in the lens as compared to CdCl2 control group. SIGNIFICANCE The findings demonstrate that olmesartan potentially inhibits the risk of cataract formation in the hypertensive state via restoration of lenticular oxidative stress, ATPase function, and ionic contents in the eye lenses. The results suggest that angiotensin II receptor blockers play an important role to prevent cataract formation in several pathogenic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and oxidative stress.
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- Rajesh Choudhary
- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh 495009, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh 495009, India.
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Choudhary R, Bodakhe SH. Magnesium taurate prevents cataractogenesis via restoration of lenticular oxidative damage and ATPase function in cadmium chloride-induced hypertensive experimental animals. Biomed Pharmacother 2016; 84:836-844. [PMID: 27728893 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2016.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2016] [Revised: 09/01/2016] [Accepted: 10/03/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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Previously we found that hypertension potentiates the risk the cataractogenesis. In the present study, we investigated the protective effects of magnesium taurate (MgT) on hypertension and associated lenticular damages against cadmium chloride (CdCl2)-induced hypertensive animals. Male Sprague-Dawley albino rats (150-180g) were assigned to five experimental groups (n=6). Among the five groups, normal group received 0.3% carboxymethyl cellulose (10ml/kg/day, p.o.). Hypertension control group received CdCl2 (0.5mg/kg/day, i.p.). Tests and standard groups received MgT (3 and 6mg/kg/day, p.o.) and amlodipine (3mg/kg/day, p.o.) concurrently with CdCl2 respectively, for six consecutive weeks. Blood pressure, heart rate, and eyes were examined biweekly, and pathophysiological parameters in serum and eye lenses were evaluated after six weeks of the experimental protocol. The chronic administration of MgT concurrently with CdCl2 significantly restored the blood pressure, serum and lens antioxidants (CAT, SOD, GPx, and GSH), MDA level, and ions (Na+, K+, and Ca2+). Additionally, MgT treatment led to significant increase in the lens proteins (total and soluble), Ca2+ ATPase, and Na+K+ ATPase activity as compared to hypertension control group. Ophthalmoscope observations indicated that MgT treatments delayed the progression of cataract against the hypertensive state. The study shows that MgT prevents the progression of cataractogenesis via restoration of blood pressure, lenticular oxidative damages, and lens ATPase functions in the hypertensive state. The results suggest that MgT supplement may play a beneficial role to manage hypertension and associated cataractogenesis.
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- Rajesh Choudhary
- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, 495009, Chhattisgarh, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, 495009, Chhattisgarh, India.
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Trabelsi F, Khlifi R, Goux D, Guillamin M, Hamza-Chaffai A, Sichel F. Genotoxic effects of cadmium in human head and neck cell line SQ20B. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2016; 23:16127-16136. [PMID: 27151237 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-016-6772-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2016] [Accepted: 04/26/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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As cadmium may be involved in the etiology of head and neck cancers, we investigated in the present work, the cytotoxic and genotoxic effects of Cd on human larynx cells. SQ20B cells were exposed to 25 and 50 μM Cd for 48 and 72 h. Results showed a dose-dependent decrease in cell viability, especially after 48 h, associated with mitochondria alterations as showed by transmission electronic microscopy. Surprisingly, the flow cytometry shows that the cells treated with Cd have a normal proliferative cycle like the untreated cell especially in G1 or G2 phase of cell cycle. DNA damages were investigated by comet assay and immunofluorescence for gamma layer of the H2AX (g-H2AX) foci formation. Results show a strong induction of DNA double-strand breaks after Cd exposure. Overall, our results demonstrate the cytotoxicity and genotoxicity of Cd in human larynx cells and support the view that Cd could be an etiologic factor of head and neck cancers.
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- Fatma Trabelsi
- Unit of Marine and Environmental Toxicology, UR 09-03, IPEIS, Sfax University, BP 1172, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia.
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- Unit of Marine and Environmental Toxicology, UR 09-03, IPEIS, Sfax University, BP 1172, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Normandie Université, Caen, France
- UNICAEN, CMAbio, SFR ICORE, 14032, Caen, France
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- Normandie Université, Caen, France
- UMR-S 1075 Inserm/Unicaen - COMETE, 14032, Caen, France
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- Unit of Marine and Environmental Toxicology, UR 09-03, IPEIS, Sfax University, BP 1172, 3018, Sfax, Tunisia
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- Normandie Université, Caen, France
- UNICAEN, ABTE E4651, 14032, Caen, France
- Centre François Baclesse, avenue Général Harris, BP5026, 14076, Caen CEDEX-05, France
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To explore the possible mechanisms of cadmium (Cd)-induced preeclamptic conditions in rats. In the present study, we introduced the in vivo model of preeclampsia by giving intraperitoneal injections of cadmium chloride (CdCl2) to pregnant rats from gestational day (GD) 4 to 19. Maternal body weights were recorded on GD 0, 14, and 20, while their systolic blood pressures (SBPs) monitored on GD 3, 11, and 18. On GD 20, rats were sacrificed and the specimens were collected. The morphological changes of placenta and kidney tissues of pregnant rats were examined by hematoxylin and eosin staining assay. Blood Cd level was detected by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Total antioxidant capacity (TAC) was evaluated using FRAP method and total nitrite (NOx) was detected with Griess reagent. Antioxidative factors and DNA damage/repair biomarkers were measured by real-time qPCR, western blot or immunohistochemistry study. The current results showed that CdCl2-treated pregnant rats developed preeclampsia (PE)-like manifestations, such as hypertension, albuminuria, with decreased TAC and increased blood Cd level, and pro-oxidative/antioxidative or DNA damage/repair biomarkers. Our study demonstrated that increased oxidative DNA damage in placenta could contribute to Cd-induced preeclamptic conditions in rat.
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- Xiaojie Zhang
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325000, China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325000, China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325000, China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325000, China
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- Department of Pathophysiology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325000, China.
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Ladhar-Chaabouni R, Machreki-Ajmi M, Serpentini A, Lebel JM, Hamza-Chaffai A. Does a short-term exposure to cadmium chloride affects haemocyte parameters of the marine gastropod Haliotis tuberculata? Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2015; 22:17343-17349. [PMID: 25131679 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-014-3387-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2014] [Accepted: 07/24/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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In this study, a model based on primary cultured haemocytes from the gastropod mollusc Haliotis tuberculata was established to investigate the effects of cadmium chloride in vitro. Cells were exposed for 24 h to CdCl2 concentrations of 0, 1 and 100 μg ml(-1). The effects of cadmium on haemocyte parameters were investigated using morphological, spectrophotometric and flow cytometry analysis. Results showed that cadmium has no significant effects on cell viability and phagocytotic activity under the tested conditions. However, haemocytes became more rounded after cadmium exposure, which could explain the significant decrease of cell area beginning at 1 μg ml(-1) of CdCl2.
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- Normandie Université, 14032, Caen, France
- CNRS INEE, FRE 3,484 BioMEA, SFR ICORE, Université de Caen Basse-Normandie, Esplanade de la Paix, 14032, Caen, Cedex, France
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- Normandie Université, 14032, Caen, France
- CNRS INEE, FRE 3,484 BioMEA, SFR ICORE, Université de Caen Basse-Normandie, Esplanade de la Paix, 14032, Caen, Cedex, France
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Mori H, Sasaki G, Nishikawa M, Hara M. Effects of subcytotoxic cadmium on morphology of glial fibrillary acidic protein network in astrocytes derived from murine neural stem/progenitor cells. Environ Toxicol Pharmacol 2015; 40:639-644. [PMID: 26363133 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2015.08.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2015] [Revised: 08/12/2015] [Accepted: 08/16/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The susceptibility of mouse neural stem/progenitor cells (NSPCs) to heavy-metal cytotoxicity was assessed by measuring cell viability following exposure to heavy metal chlorides (ZnCl2, CdCl2, CuCl2, and HgCl2, respectively). We determined half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values, subcytotoxic doses, capacity for neural differentiation, and morphological features of glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) network at the subcytotoxic doses of heavy metal ions. Experiments were performed using two protocols for the exposure at subcytotoxic doses of heavy metal ions; these protocols included simultaneous exposure with the induction of NSPC differentiation and sequential exposure after the induction for 1 week. Exposure to HgCl2 using both protocols reduced the ratio of neuronal NSPC differentiation. Although sequential exposure to CdCl2 reduced the size of GFAP network, simultaneous exposure did not induce any change. In conclusion, image analyses of the cytoskeletal morphology of NSPCs as a novel tool for assessing neurodevelopmental cytotoxicity enabled us to obtain new information about the localization of cytoskeletal proteins.
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- Hideki Mori
- Department of Biological Science, Graduate School of Science, Osaka Prefecture University, 1-2 Gakuen-cho, Naka-ku, Sakai, Osaka 599-8570, Japan.
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- Department of Biological Science, Graduate School of Science, Osaka Prefecture University, 1-2 Gakuen-cho, Naka-ku, Sakai, Osaka 599-8570, Japan
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- Department of Biological Science, Graduate School of Science, Osaka Prefecture University, 1-2 Gakuen-cho, Naka-ku, Sakai, Osaka 599-8570, Japan
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- Department of Biological Science, Graduate School of Science, Osaka Prefecture University, 1-2 Gakuen-cho, Naka-ku, Sakai, Osaka 599-8570, Japan
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Jindal R, Verma S. In vivo genotoxicity and cytotoxicity assessment of cadmium chloride in peripheral erythrocytes of Labeo rohita (Hamilton). Ecotoxicol Environ Saf 2015; 118:1-10. [PMID: 25890049 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2015.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2014] [Revised: 03/12/2015] [Accepted: 04/07/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Cadmium chloride (CdCl2) induced genotoxicity and cytotoxicity has been assessed in the peripheral blood erythrocytes of freshwater fish Labeo rohita exposed to 0.37 and 0.62mg/L of CdCl2 in water for 100 days. The blood samples of the fish were collected at different intervals (days 1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 and 100) of exposure period to analyze DNA damage using comet assay and the occurrence of micronuclei and other cellular anomalies. The results of comet assay showed a significant increase in the mean percentage of tail DNA at both the concentrations. Exposure to CdCl2 also induced micronuclei in addition to many nuclear abnormalities such as nuclear bud, binucleates, lobed, notched and vacuolated nuclei. Cytoplasmic abnormalities like echinocytes, acanthocytes, notched, microcytes and cells with vacuolated cytoplasm were also observed. The metal exposed groups showed significant variation in the frequency of cellular abnormalities as well as the extent of DNA damage in comparison to controls. These frequencies increased significantly (p<0.05) in concentration dependent manner, peaking on 10th day while a decreasing trend was observed after 15 days of the exposure period.
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- Rajinder Jindal
- Aquatic Biology Laboratory, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India.
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- Aquatic Biology Laboratory, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India.
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Wada K, Fukuyama T, Nakashima N, Matsumoto K. Assessment of the in vivo genotoxicity of cadmium chloride, chloroform, and D,L-menthol as coded test chemicals using the alkaline comet assay. Mutat Res Genet Toxicol Environ Mutagen 2015. [PMID: 26212300 DOI: 10.1016/j.mrgentox.2015.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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As part of the Japanese Center for the Validation of Alternative Methods (JaCVAM) international validation study of in vivo rat alkaline comet assays, we examined cadmium chloride, chloroform, and D,L-menthol under blind conditions as coded chemicals in the liver and stomach of Sprague-Dawley rats after 3 days of administration. Cadmium chloride showed equivocal responses in the liver and stomach, supporting previous reports of its poor mutagenic potential and non-carcinogenic effects in these organs. Treatment with chloroform, which is a non-genotoxic carcinogen, did not induce DNA damage in the liver or stomach. Some histopathological changes, such as necrosis and degeneration, were observed in the liver; however, they did not affect the comet assay results. D,L-Menthol, a non-genotoxic non-carcinogen, did not induce liver or stomach DNA damage. These results indicate that the comet assay can reflect genotoxic properties under blind conditions.
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- Kunio Wada
- Toxicology Division, The Institute of Environmental Toxicology, 4321, Uchimoriya-machi, Joso-shi, Ibaraki 303-0043, Japan.
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- Toxicology Division, The Institute of Environmental Toxicology, 4321, Uchimoriya-machi, Joso-shi, Ibaraki 303-0043, Japan
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- Toxicology Division, The Institute of Environmental Toxicology, 4321, Uchimoriya-machi, Joso-shi, Ibaraki 303-0043, Japan
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- Toxicology Division, The Institute of Environmental Toxicology, 4321, Uchimoriya-machi, Joso-shi, Ibaraki 303-0043, Japan
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