Abstract
The formation of nitric oxide (NO) radicals was demonstrated by electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy in the rat during varying degrees of brain ischemia. Diethyldithiocarbamate and Fe-citrate were used as in vivo spin-trapping reagents. The signal of NO spin adducts increased in accordance with the degree of ischemic insults. The formation of NO radicals was inhibited by NG-nitro]l-arginine methyl ester.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 195-197 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Biochimica et Biophysica Acta - Molecular Basis of Disease |
Volume | 1181 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1993 Apr 30 |
Keywords
- Brian ischemia
- Common carotid occlusion
- EPR
- Nitric oxide (NO)
- Spin-trapping