Differential localization of placental extracellular superoxide dismutase as pregnancy progresses

Authors :: Boggess, Kim A.
Kay, Helen H.
Crapo, James D.
Moore, William F.
Suliman, Hagir B.
Oury, Tim D.
Source :: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. July, 2000, Vol. 183 Issue 1, p199, 7 p.
Publication Year :: 2000
Abstract: Extracellular superoxide dismutase is located in the placenta, but it appears to remain inside cells until about 17 weeks' gestation. This enzyme breaks down superoxide, preventing it from inactivating nitric oxide.

Subjects :: Superoxide dismutase -- Physiological aspects
Placenta -- Physiological aspects
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