Reconceptualization of Hormetic Responses in the Frame of Redox Toxicology

Cellular adaptive mechanisms emerging after exposure to low levels of toxic agents or stressful stimuli comprise an important biological feature that has gained considerable scientific interest. Investigations of low-dose exposures to diverse chemical compounds signify the non-linear mode of action in the exposed cell or organism at such dose levels in contrast to the classic detrimental effects induced at higher ones, a phenomenon usually referred to as hormesis. The resulting phenotype is a beneficial effect that tests our physiology within the limits of our homeostatic adaptations. Therefore, doses below the region of adverse responses are of particular interest and are specified as the hormetic gain zone. The manifestation of redox adaptations aiming to prevent from disturbances of redox homeostasis represent an area of particular interest in hormetic responses, observed after exposure not only to stressors but also to compounds of natural origin, such as phytochemicals. Findings from previous studies on several agents demonstrate the heterogeneity of the specific zone in terms of the molecular events occurring. Major factors deeply involved in these biphasic phenomena are the bioactive compound per se, the dose level, the duration of exposure, the cell, tissue or even organ exposed to and, of course, the biomarker examined. In the end, the molecular fate is a complex toxicological event, based on beneficial and detrimental effects, which, however, are poorly understood to date.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2021

Erschienen:

2021

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:23

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International journal of molecular sciences - 23(2021), 1 vom: 21. Dez.

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Skaperda, Zoi [VerfasserIn]
Tekos, Fotios [VerfasserIn]
Vardakas, Periklis [VerfasserIn]
Nepka, Charitini [VerfasserIn]
Kouretas, Demetrios [VerfasserIn]

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Biomarkers
Dose
Duration of exposure
Hormesis
Journal Article
Oxidative stress
Polyphenols
Redox biomarkers
Review

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Date Completed 28.01.2022

Date Revised 28.01.2022

published: Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.3390/ijms23010049

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM335436269