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Glutathione Peroxidase 1 Gene Polymorphism in Nephrolithiasis Patients From South of Iran.
Iranian journal of kidney diseases - 1 Jan 2017
Aghakhani Raziyeh, Nasiri Mahboobeh, Irani Dariush
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INTRODUCTION: Nephrolithiasis is a common multifactorial kidney disease with worldwide distribution. Compelling evidence, regarding the function of kidney in maintaining the body homeostasis, suggests the role of oxidative stress in the pathogenesis of nephrolithiasis. Glutathione peroxidase 1 is a major antioxidant enzyme, preventing oxidative damage to renal cells by detoxifying hydrogen and lipid peroxides,...
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