Malondialdehyde
Also known as: MDA
Description
Malondialdehyde is a highly reactive three carbon Dialdehyde produced as a byproduct of Lipid Peroxidation.
Toxic Effects of Malondialdehyde
Aging Process
Malondialdehyde may accelerate various aspects of the Aging Process.
Cardiovascular System
Malondialdehyde may increase the risk of Atherosclerosis.
Eyes/Vision
Malondialdehyde may increase the risk of Cataracts.
Elevated Malondialdehyde levels may increase the risk of (diabetic) Retinopathy. [1]
Immune System
Malondialdehyde-modified molecules may show altered behavior and may function as Antigens.
Metabolism
Malondialdehyde may initiate the process of Cross-Linking of the body’s endogenous Proteins.
Malondialdehyde mediates many of the toxic effects of Oxidation (Lipid Peroxidation) and Free Radicals:
Malondialdehyde readily combines with several functional groups on molecules such as Proteins, Lipoproteins, and Deoxyribonucleic Acd (DNA).
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