The catalytic activity of iron in synovial fluid as monitored by the ascorbate free radical.
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Human synovial fluid, from a patient with synovitis disease, was examined by electron spin resonance spectroscopy for evidence of free radicals. The ascorbate free radical was observed and its intensity was affected by iron chelating agents, demonstrating that the iron in the synovial fluid is indeed available for oxidative catalysis.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Free radical biology & medicine
دوره 8 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1990