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Lipid peroxidation and altered vascular function in vitamin E-deficient rats

C A Hubel1, K C Griggs, M K McLaughlin

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington 05405.

Summary

Vitamin E deficiency in rats led to increased lipid peroxidation and altered vascular function, evidenced by impaired artery relaxation and endothelial damage. This highlights the role of vitamin E in maintaining cardiovascular health.

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