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Cellular Components via Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species (Singlet Oxygen)
- Molecular classification
- Lipids, Proteins, DNA, Reactive Oxygen Species
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Overview
Cellular components that are affected or modified through the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), specifically singlet oxygen (^1O_2). Singlet oxygen is a highly reactive form of molecular oxygen that can cause oxidative damage to lipids, proteins, and DNA, leading to cell dysfunction and death. While ROS play physiological roles in cell signaling and immune defense, excessive production leads to oxidative stress and contributes to various diseases. Singlet oxygen generation is also harnessed in photodynamic therapy for targeted destruction of tumor cells, although off-target cytotoxicity remains a concern.
- Other names
- Singlet Oxygen-Mediated Cellular DamageReactive Oxygen Species (Singlet Oxygen) TargetsPhotosensitization-Induced Cellular Damage^1O_2 Targets
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Mechanism of action
Oxidation of lipids, proteins, and DNA by singlet oxygen, leading to cellular dysfunction and death.
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Biological functions
Oxidative StressCell DamageCell Signaling ModulationApoptosis InductionNecrosis InductionAutophagy InductionImmune DefenseWound Healing
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Disease associations
CancerNeurodegenerative diseaseDiabetesAging-related disordersInflammation
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Safety considerations
Off-target cytotoxicity (Photodynamic Therapy)Potential for inducing systemic oxidative stress
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Interacting drugs
Photosensitizers (e.g., for Photodynamic Therapy)
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Biomarkers
Lipid peroxidation products (e.g., MDA, 4-HNE)Oxidized proteinsDNA damage markers (e.g., 8-OHdG)
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