Copper Induces Vasorelaxation and Antagonizes Noradrenaline -Induced Vasoconstriction in Rat Mesenteric Artery
Author(s) -
Yuchun Wang,
Chaowei Hu,
Mingyu Liu,
Hongchao Jiang,
Rong Huo,
DeLi Dong
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
cellular physiology and biochemistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.486
H-Index - 87
eISSN - 1421-9778
pISSN - 1015-8987
DOI - 10.1159/000354523
Subject(s) - vasoconstriction , vasodilation , nitric oxide , superior mesenteric artery , mesenteric arteries , artery , chemistry , vascular smooth muscle , medicine , endocrinology , anesthesia , pharmacology , smooth muscle
Copper is an essential trace element for normal cellular function and contributes to critical physiological or pathological processes. The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of copper on vascular tone of rat mesenteric artery and compare the effects of copper on noradrenaline (NA) and high K(+) induced vasoconstriction.
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