Reperfusion injury is caused by:
Correct Answer: Superoxide ion
Description: B i.e. Superoxide ion- Xanthine oxidase increases oxidative stress by generating superoxide free radiclesQ- Ischemic reperfusion injury is caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS)/free radical or pro oxidant like superoxide ionQAntioxidants blocking free radical formation include vitamin A (Beta carotene), C and E; superoxide dismutase, catalase and selenium containing glutathione peroxidase enzymes; ceruloplasmin, transferrin, ferritin, and lactoferrin transpo proteins etc.
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