nitrosative stress
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nitrosative stress
A condition that occurs when the production of highly reactive nitrogen-containing chemicals, such as nitrous oxide, exceed the ability of the human body to neutralize and eliminate them. Nitrosative stress can lead to reactions that alter protein structure thus interfering with normal body functions.
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