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List three toxic reactive oxygen species
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hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)
hydroxyl radical (OH.) superoxide anion (O2-) |
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what two enzymes do humans have to defend against ROS
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superoxide dismutase
glutathione peroxidase |
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what are some good things about ROS needed for normal cell function
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synthesis of thyroxine in the thyroid
needed by macrophages and neutrophils to kill engulfed bacteria |
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chronic granulomatous disease
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X-linked genetic disorder
defective individuals have a hard time ridding themselves of bacteria infections granulomas persist |
