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| Retinoic acid is a naturally occurring derivative of vitamin A (retinol). Retinoic acid is produced in the body from dietary vitamin A. Vitamin A can be ingested in two primary forms: • Preformed vitamin A (retinol and its esters) found in animal products like liver, dairy, and fish. • Provitamin A carotenoids (such as beta-carotene) found in colorful fruits and vegetables. Once ingested, these compounds are converted into retinol, which can then be oxidized to retinal and further oxidized to retinoic acid. All-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) is a key component in the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). In APL, ATRA induces the differentiation of malignant promyelocytes into mature granulocytes, leading to clinical remission. -Retinoic acid can have antioxidant properties -High levels of retinoic acid have been associated with increased ROS production and oxidative stress -The potential prooxidant action may contribute to its anti-cancer effects by inducing oxidative damage in cancer cells, thereby enhancing apoptosis. |
| Source: HalifaxProj(prevent) |
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| DNA damage plays a crucial role in the development of cancer. The integrity of DNA is essential for the proper functioning of cells, and when DNA is damaged, it can lead to mutations that may contribute to cancer progression. |
| 7011- | Fuc, | ATO, | VitA,RetA, | Fucoidan enhances the therapeutic potential of arsenic trioxide and all-trans retinoic acid in acute promyelocytic leukemia, in vitro and in vivo |
| - | NA, | APL, | APL NB4 | - | vitro+vivo, | NA, | NA |
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