Protective role of brain ascorbic acid content against lipid peroxidation

Experientia. 1978 Aug 15;34(8):1056-7. doi: 10.1007/BF01915344.

Abstract

The high ascorbic acid concentration in the brain inhibits lipid peroxidation induced by various agents in rat brain microsomes. The physiological importance of the fact is discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Ascorbic Acid / metabolism*
  • Brain / metabolism*
  • Female
  • Lipid Metabolism*
  • Male
  • Microsomes / metabolism
  • Oxidation-Reduction
  • Peroxides
  • Rats

Substances

  • Peroxides
  • Ascorbic Acid