Bisphenol A and its structural analogues exhibit differential potential to induce mitochondrial dysfunction and apoptosis in human granulosa cells

This study evaluated the effects of BPA and its analogues BPS, BPF, and BPAF on the mitochondrial mass and function, oxidative stress, and their potential to induce apoptosis of human granulosa cells (KGN cells). BPA and its analogues, especially BPA and BPAF, significantly decreased mitochondrial activity and cell viability. The potential of bisphenols to reduce mitochondrial mass and function differed in the following order: BPAF > BPA > BPF > BPS. Flow cytometry revealed that exposure to bisphenols significantly increased mitochondrial ROS levels and increased mitochondrial Ca2+ levels. Thus, bisphenols exposure causes mitochondrial stress in KGN cells. At the same time, bisphenols exposure significantly induced apoptosis. These results thus emphasize the toxicity of these bisphenols to cells. Our study suggests the action mechanism of BPA and its analogues in damage caused to ovarian granulosa cells. Additionally, these novel analogues may be regrettable substitutes, and the biological effects and potential risks of BPA alternatives must be evaluated.PMID:38702036 | DOI:10.1016/j.fct.2024.114713
Source: Food and Chemical Toxicology - Category: Food Science Authors: Source Type: research