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oxidative stress

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oxidative stress (countable and uncountable, plural oxidative stresses)

(biochemistry) damage caused to cells or tissue by reactive oxygen species

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Activating oxygen can produce compounds called radicals that put oxidative stress on cells. Such stress could ultimately lead to cancer and other diseases. John Simon

Oxidative stress can itself cause hypertension. citation Defects in the system can also be caused by genetic factors or high blood pressure. citation In the pancreas the role of dopamine is somewhat complex. Source: Internet

Oxidative stress may also generate highly reactive oxygen species that can damage DNA. Source: Internet

Oxidative stress, such as glycation, contributes towards aging by damaging the skin. Source: Internet

"Oxidative stress and antioxidants at skin biosurface: a novel antioxidant from lemon oil capable of inhibiting oxidative damage to the skin." Source: Internet

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