Lectin-induced oxidative stress in human platelets

In conclusion lectins, especially WGA, induce oxidative stress in platelets and decrease energy availability through modifications of membrane structure leading to the inefficiency of the aerobic machinery that steers platelets toward death as suggested by the decreased metabolic activity of platelets and the increased lactic dehydrogenase release.

Source: Redox Biology - February 9, 2020 Category: Biology Source Type: research