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Ascorbic acid in the brain

R A Grünewald1

  • 1Institute of Neurology, National Hospital for Neurology, London, UK.

Brain Research. Brain Research Reviews
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
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Ascorbic acid in the brain is released with glutamate neuron activity, primarily via heteroexchange. This suggests a potential role for ascorbate as a brain neuromodulator and neuroprotectant.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Neurochemistry
  • Cell Biology

Background:

  • Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is highly concentrated in the central nervous system.
  • Extracellular ascorbate levels fluctuate in animal brains, influenced by stimulation and drugs.
  • While co-released with catecholamines in the adrenal medulla, brain release is distinct.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the mechanisms of ascorbate release in the brain.
  • To explore the relationship between ascorbate release and neuronal activity.
  • To discuss the potential roles of ascorbate in brain function.

Main Methods:

  • In vivo voltammetry was used to measure extracellular ascorbate concentrations in animal models.
  • Stimulation techniques and drug administration were employed to observe ascorbate release.

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  • Analysis focused on the association between ascorbate release and glutamatergic neuronal activity.

    • Main Results:

    • Ascorbate release from brain neuropil was observed spontaneously and upon physical stimulation.
    • Specific drugs also induced fluctuations in extracellular ascorbate levels.
    • Brain ascorbate release is primarily linked to glutamatergic neuron activity.

    Conclusions:

    • Ascorbate release in the brain is mainly mediated by glutamate-ascorbate heteroexchange across neuronal and glial membranes.
    • This mechanism highlights a specific pathway for ascorbate regulation in the central nervous system.
    • Ascorbate may function as a neuromodulator or neuroprotective agent in the brain, warranting further investigation.