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Stimulation of Cytoplasmic DNA Sensing Pathways In Vitro and In Vivo
Published on: September 18, 2014
The action of cysteine on PHA-stimulation of lymphocytes. I. Influence of DNA synthesis
Abstract:
The influence of short-time preincubation of rat lymphocytes in solutions of L-cysteine reduced glutathione, and dithiothreitol on PHA stimulation of these cells was studied by measuring incorporation of 3H-thymidine. Thirty-minute preincubation in cysteine solution enhanced PHA-induced incorporation of 3H-thymidine. One-hour incubation caused earlier peak of incorporation by one day; and two-hour incubation distinctly inhibited spontaneous incorporation of 3H-thymidine. Incubation in solutions of glutathione and dithiothreitol had no effect on the course or intensity of 3H-thymidine incorporation. However, constant presence of these compounds in cultures was toxic for lymphocytes.
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