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- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Seasonal changes in oxidant and antioxidant biomarkers in liver and muscle of common carp (Cyprinus carpio) in Atatürk Dam Lake
Benzer, Fulya; Tepe, Rıdvan; Erisir, Mine; Turkoglu, Semra; Fırat, Özgür; Şahin, Ayse Gül; Sünbül, Muhammet Raşit; Örnekci, Gürel Nedim; Küçükyılmaz, Mehmet; Öz, Özden Barım
Seasonal investigations were conducted on 640 Cyprinus carpio specimens obtained through commercial fishing at four different stations (Gerger, Sitilce, Hosirge, and Samsat) in the Atatürk Dam Lake. MDA (malondialdehyde) levels were measured in the liver and muscle tissues of male and female fish; the results revealed a significant increase in MDA levels at stations exposed to point-source discharge. This indicates that pollution-induced oxidative stress in fish varies significantly across seasonal and regional scales. Among the stations compared, the lowest MDA values were detected in fish tissues from the Gerger station, while the highest values were recorded at the Sitilce and Hosirge stations. Analysis of SOD, GSH-Px, and GSH values across all stations showed that these parameters fluctuated in correlation with MDA levels thereby maintaining the oxidant-antioxidant balance. This study investigated seasonal and spatial variations in oxidative stress biomarkers in common carp (Cyprinus carpio) collected from four stations in Atatürk Dam Lake. A total of 640 specimens were analyzed for malondialdehyde (MDA), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and reduced glutathione (GSH) levels in liver and muscle tissues. Results showed that MDA levels were significantly higher in fish collected from Sitilce and Hosirge stations, indicating elevated lipid peroxidation associated with point-source pollution. In contrast, the lowest MDA levels were observed at the reference station, Gerger. Antioxidant enzyme activities (SOD, GSH-Px, and GSH) exhibited tissue-, season-, and site-dependent variations, suggesting adaptive responses to oxidative stress. Overall, the findings demonstrate that anthropogenic pressures in Atatürk Dam Lake significantly alter the oxidant–antioxidant balance in fish, highlighting the usefulness of these biomarkers for environmental monitoring.
- MakaleYalnız künye2026Evaluation of the Effects of Chrysin in Rats Developed with Lead Acetate-Induced Neurotoxicity Using Biochemical, Histopathological, and Immunohistochemical Methods
Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Benzer, Fulya; Küçükler, Sefa; Yildirim, Serkan; Kandemir, Özge; Dalkılınç, Elif; Uçar, Aybüke Gözde Gültekin
Lead (Pb) is a heavy metal with high toxicity that can cross the blood-brain barrier and accumulate in brain tissue, causing serious neurological disorders. The aim of this study is to evaluate the potential protective effect of chrysin (CHR) against Pb-induced neurotoxicity. Thirty-five male Sprague Dawley rats were divided into five groups: Control, CHR (50 mg/kg), Pb, Pb+CHR (25 mg/kg), and Pb+CHR (50 mg/kg). Rats were administered CHR (25 or 50 mg/kg) and Pb (30 mg/kg) orally for 7 days. Twenty-four hours after the last treatment, the rats were sacrificed under mild sevoflurane anesthesia by decapitation, and brain tissue samples were collected. Biochemical and histopathological methods were used to measure cholinergic enzyme activity, DNA damage, and oxidative stress parameters in brain tissue. CHR reduced levels of glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP), acetylcholinesterase (AChE), and 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) caused by Pb. Due to its antioxidant properties, CHR decreased Pb-induced lipid peroxidation while increasing glutathione (GSH) levels and the activities of catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and glutathione peroxidase (GPx). Based on biochemical and immunohistochemical analyses, CHR reduced cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), myeloperoxidase (MPO), nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-κB), neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS), prostaglandin E2 (PGE-2), and p53 levels. These findings suggest that CHR may exert a therapeutic effect by alleviating oxidative stress and inflammation induced by Pb-induced neurotoxicity.
- MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2026Scopus SJRQ2Sperm cryopreservation of sex-reversed rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss): incorporation of amino acids and anti-oxidants to the extender media to improve the anti-oxidant system
Kocabaş, Filiz Kutluyer; Kocabaş, Mehmet; Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine
Anti-oxidants are vital for protecting sperm and can mitigate the negative effects associated with cryopreservation. This study was conducted to evaluate the protective effects of adding anti-oxidants (vitamins and amino acids) to extender in sex-reversed rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) sperm. The collected sperm was diluted at the ratio of 1: 5 by the extenders supplemented with different anti-oxidants including 1.00 mM of ascorbic acid and L-tryptophan, 2.00 mM of cysteine and α-tocopherol, and their combination. After dilution, the semen was aspirated into 0.50 mL straws, and the straws were placed on the tray, frozen for 10 min, and plunged into liquid nitrogen. Straws were thawed in a 30.00 ˚C water bath for 15 sec. The Sperm Class Analyzer System was used to evaluate sperm kinematics. The activity of anti-oxidant enzymes and lipid peroxidation were determined as oxidative stress indices. Our data indicated that the incorporation of anti-oxidants and amino acids increased sperm motility duration. The elevated activity of glutathione peroxidase, superoxide dismutase, and catalase in post-thaw samples indicates that the anti-oxidant system in sex-reversed rainbow trout sperm likely plays a crucial role in protecting membrane compounds from oxidation. In conclusion, the combination of 1.00 mM L-tryptophan and ascorbic acid to the extender media caused a prolonging effect in sperm motility after thawing and they have the potential to serve as effective agents for improving sperm cryosurvival.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ4INTEGRATED BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT AND ELECTROCOAGULATION FOR SLAUGHTERHOUSE WASTEWATER: A NOVEL APPROACH USING FRESHWATER SNAILS (Viviparus contactus, Planorbis rubrum, Melanoides tuberculata)
Öğedey, Ayşenur; Kocabaş, Filiz Kutluyer; Kizak, Volkan; Kocabaş, Mehmet; Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine; Öğedey, Hayrullah
As a potential pollution source, slaughterhouse wastewater (SWW) with development of the meat production and processing sector is a threat in the world. Therefore, the determination of economical, favourable, cost-effective and proper treatment method is crucial for sustainable environmental protection. This study focused on the performance and efficiency of a two-stage process combining biological treatment (BT) with freshwater snails and electrocoagulation (EC) of SWW. Viviparus contectus, Planorbis rubrum, Melanoides tuberculata were used in primary treatment while secondary treatment was realized with EC process. The EC of SWW was performed for reducing both turbidity and chemical oxygen demand (COD) concentration to levels compliant with direct-discharge regulations. In addition, the stirring speed, current density, initial pH and reaction time were assessed for evaluation the optimum EC condition. Oxidative stress biomarkers and some antioxidants were assessed in freshwater snails exposed to SWW after 24 and 96 h. The best removal efficiencies of COD (91.43%) and turbidity (92.42%) were obtained at pH 5 and 20 min of operational time by P. rubrum. Notably, MDA (Malondialdehyde) was highest level in M. tuberculata compared to V. contectus and P. rubrum. Overall, removing organic and inorganic pollutants from SWW could be provided with the hybrid process BT/EC as a combining approach.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Determination of Total Phenolic Content, Phenolic Composition, Antioxidant Capacities and Some Physicochemical Features of Rosehip (Rosa canina) and Hawthorn (Crataegus Orientalis) Wild Fruits Growing in Tunceli
Benzer, Fulya; Karakavuk, Emrah; Eroğlu, Zeynep; Çetin, Şenay Kasun
The role of natural antioxidants is increasingly important in reducing the damaging effects of free radicals formed in daily life and due to various factors in our en-vironment. In this respect, hawthorn and rosehip fruits, which have high amounts of antioxidants and phenolic substances, attract attention. In this study, some phys-icochemical properties, antioxidant activities, total phenolic substance amounts (TFMM) and phenolic compound compositions of rosehip (Rosa canina) and hawthorn (Crataegus orientalis) fruits growing naturally in Tunceli province were investigated. TFMM was determined as 1265.02-1344.68 in rosehip fruits grown in Tunceli and 318.18-370.85 mg GAE kg-1 fresh weight in hawthorn fruits, antiox-idant activity was determined as 4.83-5.26 in rosehip fruits and 1.85-2.36 μmol AAE g-1 fresh weight in hawthorn fruits. A statistical difference was determined between rosehip and hawthorn wild fruits in terms of antioxidant activity and TFMM, and it was observed that rosehip fruit had higher values than hawthorn fruit in terms of both parameters. It was determined that hawthorn fruit contained higher amounts of epigallocatechin, protocatechuic acid and quercetin-3-glucoside phenolic compounds than rosehip fruit and the difference between the two fruit contents was statistically significant.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ3l-Tryptophan improves the sperm quality of threatened Abant trout (Salmo abanticus) against glyphosate toxicity: impact on oxidative stress and DNA damage
Kocabaş, Mehmet; Kocabaş, Filiz Kutluyer; Erişir, Mine; Benzer, Fulya; Arslan, Halil Ozancan; Keleş, Esin; Aksu, Önder
The current study focused on the ameliorating impact of TRP (5 mM) on Salmo abanticus spermatozoa exposed to sub‑lethal concentrations of GLY (2.5, 5, and 10 mg/L). Sperm quality parameters, oxidative stress indices, and DNA damage were analyzed in the post‑exposure sperm. Our data reveal that GLY has an adverse effect on motility rate and duration, sperm kinetics parameters, antioxidant status and DNA damage, and triggers antioxidant defense mechanisms at the highest dose (10 mg/L) and it has insufficient therapeutic effect. Overall, GLY poses potential hazards to male reproductive cells and may adversely affect subsequent generations of natural populations.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ3Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Properties of Mucus from Freshwater Snails Viviparus contectus and Planorbis rubrum
Kocabaş, Filiz Kutluyer; Kocabaş, Mehmet; Kızak, Volkan; Korkmaz, Büşra; Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine
Abstract: As a viscous-elastic substance, snail mucus has a great attention in the medical and cosmetic industries in recent years due to contain many bioactive compounds. Freshwater snails are cosmopolite aquatic invertebrates and distribute nearly all types of inland aquatic bodies due to their adaptive abilities, rapid growth and short life cycles and, the compounds of mucus derived from freshwater snails has not been well documented. Hence, this study focused on identification bio-active ingredients and determination of protein content and antioxidant enzyme activities in freshwater snails Viviparus contectus and Planorbis rubrum mucus. Bioactive constituents of mucus in freshwater snails were characterized by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-FID-MS) analysis. Antioxidants (GSH, SOD, CAT and GSH-Px) and protein content were assessed in freshwater snails. Our data revealed that thirteen compounds are characterized with nonadecanoic acid methyl ester (11.57%), nonadecane (5.01%) and heptadecanoic acid methyl ester (4.19%) as the main components of P. rubrum mucus while eleven compounds are characterized with farnesol (11.23%), 5-hydroxymethyl-1,1,4α-Trimethyl-6-methylene-decahydronphthalen-2-ol (9.73%), kaur-16-en-18-oic acid methyl ester (9.64%), tricosane (9.62%), and kaurene (8.44%) as the main components of V. contectus mucus. Nonadecanoic acid methyl ester and nonadecane, known as effective bioactive constituents having antimutagenic and antitumor capability, were determined with 11.57 and 5.01% of the total bio-active composition of P. rubrum mucus, respectively. As a major constituent, farnesol was detected with 11.23% of the total bio-active composition of V. contectus mucus. Moreover, the presence of kaurene, known as a potent bioactive compound for cancer treatment, in notably quantity in V. contectus mucus. In addition, GSH levels and SOD, CAT, and GPx activities was highest level in P. rubrum compared to V. contectus. Protein content was highest level in V. contectus than P. rubrum. Overall, individual compounds of V. contectus and P. rubrum mucus could be isolated and purified and used for the treatment of a variety of human ailments.
- MakaleYalnız künye2023The effect of boiling and baking process on total phenolic compounds and antioxidant capacity of Osmanoğlu and Sarıaşlama chestnuts grow in Bursa
Benzer, Fulya; Karakavuk, Emrah; Eroğlu, Zeynep; Eymir, Aslı
Chestnut is a fruit with high carbohydrate content, low-oil ratio and protein content, including minerals, vitamins, amino acids and phenolic compounds which can have antioxidant properties. It has been determined that the amount and composition of phenolic components could change in according to environmental and growing conditions, and the variety of chestnuts having impact on protein content. This study was conducted to investigate the possible effects of boiling and baking on some physical and chemical properties, antioxidant activity and total phenolic content of Osmanoğlu and Sarıaşlama chestnut varieties grown in Bursa. According to the results of the present study, some physical and biochemical properties of raw chestnut were determined as humidity 48.78–56.57 %, ash 1.11–1.27 g 100 kg⁻¹, water activity 0.705–0.844, pH 7.03–7.29, color L* 60.52±2,64; a* 0.13±0,18; b* 12.39±1.57. The total phenolic compounds content was 129.17±6.23 mg GAE (gallic acid equailent) kg⁻¹ in raw chestnuts, 180.97±18.25 mg GAE kg⁻¹ in boiled chestnuts, and 149.86±7.95 mg GAE kg⁻¹ in baked chestnuts. Also, the antioxidant capacity found like 0.42±0.01 μmol AAE (ascorbic acid equivalent) kg⁻¹ for raw chestnuts, 0.31±0.03 μmol AAE kg⁻¹ for boiled chestnuts, and 0.40±0.01 μmol AAE g⁻¹ of baked chestnuts. It was determined that while the application of the boiling process caused a significant decrease in the antioxidant activity of chestnuts, the application of the baking process did not cause any meaningful change on the antioxidant capacity of the chestnuts. It was determined that there was a significant increase in the total phenolic compounds content with the boiling and baking process compared to raw chestnuts.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ3Effects of kefir supplementation on body antioxidant-systems, haemolymph heat-shock protein 70 and trypsin, in the crayfish Astacus leptodactylus Eschscholtz (Decapoda, Astacidea)
Aksu, Önder; Türkoǧlu, Semra; Can, Erkan; Erişir, Mine; Kocabaş, Mehmet; Kayim, Murathan; Benzer, Fulya
This study was designed to investigate the effects of dietary kefir on trypsin, heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) as well as the oxidant and antioxidant status of the freshwater crayfish, Astacus leptodactylus. The experiment was performed with the four following treatments: Control group, D1, D2 and D3 (kefir supplemented diet 2, 4, 8 g/kg of crayfish body mass, respectively). Crayfish were stocked into 12 fibreglass tanks (three replicates per treatment) and fed for 45 days. Reduced glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), malondialdehyde (MDA) and catalase (CAT) in hepatopancreas and muscle were analysed to determine the status of the oxidant/antioxidant balance. In addition, HSP70 and trypsin were measured in haemolymph. Our results indicated that the activity of GSH-Px, MDA and GSH levels decreased in hepatopancreas ( p > 0.05) and muscle tissues ( p < 0.05) with increasing kefir concentration, while CAT activity increased ( p < 0.05). Trypsin and HSP70 insignificantly decreased in haemolymph.
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İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ1In vivo and in vitro evolution of the effects of cypermethrin on turbot (Scophthalmus maximus, Linnaeus, 1758) spermatozoa
Beken, Atife Tuba; Saka, Şahin; Aydın, İlhan; Fırat, Kürşat; Suzer, Cüneyt; Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine; Özden, Osman; Hekimoğlu, Müge Aliye; Engin, Serhat
Synthetic pyrethroid pesticide is commonly used in agricultural activities in the Black Sea region during reproduction period of turbot. In this sense, in vivo and in vitro studies have shown that cypermethrin (CYP) could be one of the environmental factors affecting decreasing turbot stocks. In this study, effects of in vivo and in vitro administration of CYP, a synthetic pyrethroid, on sperm kinematics motility (MOT), progressive motility (PM), curvilinear velocity (VCL), straight line velocity (VSL), average path velocity (VAP), linearity (LIN), straight line velocity (STR), amplitude of lateral head (ALH), beat cross frequency (BCF), oxidative stress biomarkers malondialdehyde (MDA), reduced glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and lipid peroxidation (LPO) and also histopathological alterations in gonads were investigated in spermatazoa of turbot (Schopthalmus maximus). Broodstock was supplied from culture origin and used in spawning season, additionally, two (0, 0.187 and 0.218 ppb) and three (0, 1.025, 2.05 and 4.1 ppb) different CYP concentrations were performed for in vivo and in vitro studies, respectively. In vivo and in vitro studies, significant reductions were found in sperm MOT, PM, VCL, VSL, VAP, LIN, and ALH properties depend on the increase in CYP concentrations (p < 0.05). Besides, activities of GSH, GPx, SOD, and CAT increased. In terms of histological alterations, no difference was observed among groups (0, 0.187 and 0.218 ppb) in the maturity stage of the germ cells. According to obtained results, sperm kinematics was affected significantly with increased the dose levels of CYP (p < 0.05).
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ1Aroclor 1254 impairs sperm quality, fertilization ability, and embryo development of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Kocabaş, Mehmet; Kocabaş, Filiz Kutluyer; Aksu, Önder; Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine; Sahilli, Yeliz Çakir
The polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in aquatic environment adversely affect non-target organisms, including fish. Especially, the male reproduction and next generation can be damaged through high exposure to these pollutants. Hence, the sperm cells were exposed to sublethal concentrations of Aroclor 1254 (0, 1, 5, 10, or 25 mg/l) for 4 h. The sperm quality parameters were analyzed by SCA (Sperm Class Analyzer). The fertility, eyeing, and hatching rates were determined as gamete markers. Lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde-MDA), glutathione (GSH), and antioxidant enzymes [superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and catalase (CAT)] were measured for determination of oxidative stress. Our results showed that Aroclor 1254 negatively affected the motility rate and duration, fertilization rate, embryogenesis, and hatching and also triggered antioxidant defense mechanisms at the highest concentration (25 mg L−1). Furthermore, linear speed (VSL), linearity index (LIN), and amplitude lateral head (ALH) were significantly changed after exposure to 25 mg L−1, and the lowest concentrations (1 and 10 mg L−1) did not significantly affect the motility and fertilizing capacity. The embryogenesis and hatching were significantly affected by sperm exposure to 1, 10, and 25 mg L−1 of Aroclor 1254. Consequently, Aroclor 1254 causes potential hazards in male germ cells, and the exposure of sperm cells to pollutants can adversely affect next generation of wild populations.
AtıfScopus6WoS5OpenAlex4İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2021Investigation of Chrysin Effects on Lead Asetat-Induced Liver Damage in Rats
Benzer, Fulya; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Yildirim, Serkan; Coşkun, Pınar; Küçükler, Sefa
This study was conducted to investigate the effects of chrysin (CH) on lead acetate (PbA) inducing liver injury. In this study, 35 male Sprague Dawley rats were divided into 5 groups as 7 rats in each group. Group 1 (Control): Saline was given orally. Group 2 (CH group): CH (50 mg kg-1 weight day-1 ) were orally given rats for 7 days. Group 3 (PbA group): PbA (30 mg kg-1 ) was orally given to rats at 30 mg kg-1 PbA for 7 days. Group 4 (PbA +CH 25 group): 25 mg/kg CH was orally given to rats for 7 days. In addition, 30 mg kg-1 PbA was given orally to rats for 7 days after 30 minutes of the application of the CH. Group 5 (PbA+CH 50 group): 50 mg kg-1 CH was orally given to rats for 7 days. Furthermore, 30 mg kg-1 PbA was given orally to rats for 7 days after 30 minutes of the application of the CH. The rats were euthanized under mild sevoflurane anesthesia and tissue and blood samples were taken 24 hours after the last application (8th day). AST, ALT and ALP in serum, MDA, GSH and NO levels and SOD, CAT, GPx and arginase enzyme activities in liver tissue were measured. Serum ALT, AST and ALP levels increased in the PbA group when compared with the control, and this increase was partially corrected with CH. Liver MDA and NO levels increased in the PbA administered groups while antioxidant enzyme activities and GSH levels decreased. Although, CH administration decreased the increased MDA and NO levels, it increased the decreased antioxidant enzyme activities and GSH levels. Histologically, it was determined that CH decreased the necrosis, hydropic degenerations and mononuclear cell infiltrations seen in the livers of rats treated with PbA. As a result, CH is effective in the reducing PbA damages in the liver.
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İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2021Scopus SJRQ2Chrysin protects against testicular toxicity caused by lead acetate in rats with its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiapoptotic properties
Ileriturk, Mustafa; Benzer, Fulya; Aksu, Emrah Hicazi; Yildirim, Serkan; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Dogan, Tuba; Dortbudak, Muhammet Bahaeddin; Genc, Aydin
In the present study, the protective effects of chrysin (CHR) against testicular damage caused by lead acetate (PbAc) were examined. In this way, 30 min after rats were given 25 and 50 mg/kg/b.w CHR orally for seven consecutive days, 30 mg/kg/b.w PbAc was administered orally. In biochemical analysis of testicular tissue, it was found that PbAc-reduced antioxidant parameters [glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT)], while it increased lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers [nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-κB), cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), prostaglandin E2 (PGE-2), and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS)], and 8-hydroxy-2′-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG). In the immunohistochemical examination, it was determined that PbAc increased the expression of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and caspase-3. Accordingly, PbAc was found to cause a decrease in sperm motility and an increase in the percentage of dead sperm. However, it has been observed that CHR relieves oxidative stress due to its antioxidant properties, thus protecting against inflammation and apoptosis. It also allowed the CHR sperm parameters to return to control group levels. The results revealed that CHR could be a natural substance to be used in Pb-induced testicular toxicity. Practical applications: Lead (Pb) is an important environmental contaminant heavy metal. Pb is believed to reduce fertility in men. Oxidative stress plays a significant role in the damage caused by Pb to testicular tissue. CHR is an antioxidant substance that occurs naturally in various plants and has various pharmacological properties. In the present study, it was investigated whether CHR has a protective effect against testicular toxicity induced by PbAc. The results revealed that in rats, CHR protects the testicular tissue from PbAc toxicity by showing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic effects, thus bringing sperm parameters closer to normal.
AtıfScopus76WoS71OpenAlex81İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2021Scopus SJRQ1Protective Effects of Chrysin Against Oxidative Stress and Inflammation Induced by Lead Acetate in Rat Kidneys: a Biochemical and Histopathological Approach
Kucukler, Sefa; Benzer, Fulya; Yildirim, Serkan; Gur, Cihan; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Bengu, Aydin Sukru; Ayna, Adnan; Caglayan, Cuneyt; Dortbudak, Muhammet Bahaeddin
In this study, the protective effects of chrysin (CR) on lead acetate (PbAc)-induced renal toxicity in Sprague-Dawley rats were investigated with biochemical, histopathological, and immunohistochemical methods. In the study, rats were given orally at 30 mg/kg/body weight (BW) PbAc after CR of 25 and 50 mg/kg/BW was administered to them orally (a total of 7 administrations for 7 days). The results showed that CR reduced urea and creatinine levels by alleviating PbAc-induced kidney damage. It was determined that CR decreases PbAc-induced lipid peroxidation due to its antioxidant properties and increases catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activities, and glutathione (GSH) levels. It was also detected that CR protects DNA from the toxic effects of PbAc and reduces 8-hydroxy-2′-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) levels. Biochemical and immunohistochemical findings demonstrated that CR had anti-inflammatory and antiapoptotic effects and reduced nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-κB), interleukin-33 (IL-33), prostaglandin-E2 (PGE-2), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), p53 levels, and the activities of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), which were increased with PbAc administration. Moreover, CR was found to increase the levels of aquaporin-1 (AQP-1) and nephrine in PbAc-induced kidney tissue. CR decreased the contents of lead (Pb), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), sodium (Na), and copper (Cu) and increased those of potassium (K) calcium (Ca) in renal tissue. These results indicated that CR considerably alleviates kidney toxicity caused by PbAc.
AtıfScopus136WoS118OpenAlex145İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2020Çeşitli Pekmez Türlerinde Farklı Yöntemlerle Tespit Edilen Antioksidan Aktivitelerin Karşılaştırılması
Benzer, Fulya; Tüzün, Sabri; Baş, İsa; Karaca Sanyürek, Nesrin; Karakavuk, Emrah
Bu çalışmada piyasadan alınmış olan Nar (Punica granatumL.), Keçiboynuzu (Ceratonia siliqua L.), Karadut (Morus nigraL.), Dut (Morus albaL.) ve farklı bölgelerden alınan Üzüm (Vitis viniferaL.) pekmezlerinin farklı yöntemlerle antioksidan aktivitelerinin ölçümü yapılmıştır. Pekmez çeşitlerinin radikal süpürme gücü DPPH ve ABTS yöntemleri ile, Toplam Fenolik Madde tayini ise Folin metoduyla belirlenmiştir. Çalışma sonucunda yapılan istatistiksel analizlerde ABTS yok etme aktivitesi bakımından Nar, Keçiboynuzu, Mardin Üzüm pekmezi, Batman Üzüm pekmezi ve Karadut sırasıyla % 99.34±0.18, % 99.22±0.2, % 98.92±0.45, % 98.71±0.13, % 97.77± 0.4 ile yüksek aktivite gösterirken, Dut pekmezi % 94.65± 0.2ile en düşük aktiviteyi göstermiştir. DPPH radikal giderme aktivitesi bakımından en yüksek değer % 82.32±0.6 ile Nar, en düşük değer ise % 43.33±0.8 ile Üzüm pekmezidir. Toplam fenolik madde açısından en yüksek aktiviteye 748.74±14.43 mg GAE/100 g ileKeçiboynuzu pekmezi sahip iken, en düşük aktiviteye ise 166.14±6.8 mg GAE/100 g ile Mardin üzüm pekmezinin sahip olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Yapmış olduğumuz bu çalışmada Keçiboynuzu pekmezinin toplam fenolik madde içeriğinin diğer pekmezlerin değerinin iki katından daha fazla olması bu pekmezin antioksidan aktivitesinin daha güçlü olduğunu ortaya koymaktadır.
AtıfOpenAlex10TR Dizin2İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2Influence of vitamin E and vitamin E-selenium combination on arginase activity, nitric oxide level and some spermatological properties in ram semen
Ozer Kaya, Seyma; Gur, Seyfettin; Erisir, Mine; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Benzer, Fulya; Kaya, Emre; Turk, Gaffari; Sonmez, Mustafa
The effects of vitamin E and vitamin E-selenium combination on seminal plasma arginase activity and nitric oxide level and some spermatological properties in rams were investigated in this study. For control group, animals were injected intramuscularly with physiological saline. For vitamin E group, rams were injected intramuscularly with 300 mg/ram vitamin E. For vitamin E + selenium group, animals were injected intramuscularly with 5 ml/ram vitamin E + selenium. The semen was collected by artificial vagina at 1st, 4th, 24th, 48th and 72nd hr after administration in each group. Significant decreases in seminal plasma arginase activity (at 1st, 24th and 48th hr), nitric oxide level (at 72nd hr) and abnormal sperm rate (at 1st, 24th and 72nd hr), and significant increases in semen volume (at 24th hr), semen mass activity (at 24th and 48th hr), sperm motility (at 24th, 48th and 72nd hr) and concentration (at 1st hr) were observed in vitamin E group compared with control group. Similarly, significant increase in semen volume (at 1st, 24th and 48th hr), mass activity, (at 48th hr), motility (at 48th and 72nd hr) and concentration (at 4th, 24th and 48th hr), and significant decrements in abnormal sperm rate (at 1st, 24th, 48th and 72nd hr), seminal plasma nitric oxide level (at 1st, 4th, 24th and 48th hr) and semen pH (at 24th and 48th hr) were detected in vitamin E + selenium group in comparison to the control group. As a result, it is suggested that vitamin E and/or vitamin E + selenium applications may improve reproductive performance.
AtıfScopus19WoS16OpenAlex19İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ4Investigation of curcumin role on doxorubicin-induced tissue damage in terms of trace metal levels using etaas
Ince, Olcay Kaplan; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Ince, Muharrem; Benzer, Fulya; Onal, Ali; Kucukler, Sefa
Doxorubicin (DXR) is one of the commonly used chemotherapeutic agents, which is highly toxic and causes gastrointestinal and cardiac toxicity. Curcumin is used as a spice and coloring agent in food, but also possesses anti-proliferating, potent antioxidant, antitumor-promoting and anti-carcinogenic properties in vitro and in vivo. In this study, the change in element concentrations in the tissues of healthy animals was examined by administering doxorubicin and curcumin separately, or both at the same time. For this purpose, 35 wistar albino male rats were selected and randomly divided into five groups of seven each. The objective of this study was to assess and compare the levels of copper, iron, zinc and selenium in the liver, kidney, heart, and testis of the control group and in the doxorubicin-induced tissues. According to the results, the Cu, Fe, Zn, Se amounts and the Cu/Fe, Cu/Zn, and Cu/Se ratios were present at different levels in each of the five groups. In terms of element concentration, the most affected tissue by doxorubicin application is the heart, and the least affected is the kidney. The ratios of Cu/Fe and Cu/Se in the liver and the heart were highest in Group II and Group III, respectively.
AtıfScopus2WoS2OpenAlex2İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2The changes in semen quality, arginase activity and nitric oxide level in dexamethasone-treated rams
Ozer Kaya, Seyma; Erisir, Mine; Gur, Seyfettin; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Benzer, Fulya; Kaya, Emre; Sonmez, Mustafa; Turk, Gaffari
This study was made to investigate the effects of intramuscular administrations of dexamethasone on seminal plasma nitric oxide levels and arginase activity, and some spermatological parameters in rams. Ten Akkaraman rams weighing 50–60 kg and 2 years old were used as material in this study. The study was performed during the breeding season (September–November) for rams. The semen was collected by artificial vagina at 1st, 4th, 24th, 48th, 72nd and 96th hours for control group before dexamethasone administration. For treatment group, 0.25 mg/kg dexamethasone was administered and semen was collected at the time points described for control group. Spermatological characteristics of semen samples (semen volume, pH, sperm motility, density and abnormal sperm rate), seminal plasma arginase enzyme activities and nitric oxide levels were determined. It was determined that the administration of dexamethasone was detected to decrease seminal plasma arginase activity (p <.05 and.01) and nitric oxide level (p <.05), semen volume (p <.05 and.01), mass activity (p <.05 and.01), sperm density (p <.05) and sperm motility (p <.05 and.01), and to increase abnormal sperm rate (p <.05 and.01). In conclusion, dexamethasone is not recommended to be used during the breeding season as it damages the sperm quality of the rams.
AtıfScopus10WoS7OpenAlex8İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ2Evaluation of the role of L-arginine on spermatological parameters, seminal plasma nitric oxide levels and arginase enzyme activities in rams
Ozer Kaya, Seyma; Kandemir, Fatih Mehmet; Gur, Seyfettin; Erisir, Mine; Benzer, Fulya; Kaya, Emre; Turk, Gaffari; Sonmez, Mustafa
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of L-arginine on spermatological parameters, seminal plasma nitric oxide levels and arginase enzyme activities. Fertile rams that are 2–3 years old and weighing 50–60 kg were used as material. The semen was collected by artificial vagina at 1st, 4th, 24th, 48th, 72nd, 96th and 120th hours for the control group before L-arginine administration. For treatment groups, L-arginine was administered intraperitoneally at a dose of 5 mg kg−1 bw−1 and semen was collected at the time point described for the control group. Spermatological characteristics of semen samples (semen volume, pH, sperm motility, concentration and abnormal sperm rate), seminal plasma nitric oxide levels and arginase enzyme activities were determined. Increased seminal plasma nitric oxide level (p <.01), seminal plasma arginase activity (p <.01), semen volume (p <.05), semen mass activity (p <.05), sperm motility (p <.05) and concentration (p <.01) and decreased abnormal sperm rate (p <.05 and p <.01) were observed by L-arginine administration. In conclusion, it may be concluded that L-arginine application in rams during the breeding season may have positive effects on rams' reproductive performance.
AtıfScopus14WoS10OpenAlex11İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2019Assessment of Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant in Wild and Farmed Çoruh trout (Salmo coruhensis) Spermatozoa
Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine; Kocabaş, Mehmet; Kutluyer Kocabaş, Filiz
Behaviour and physiology in fish are affected from environmental factors. Particularly, habitat and culture environment in aquatic animals are essential for life stages. In this study, biomarkers of oxidative stress and antioxidant were compared in wild and farmed Çoruh trout (Salmo coruhensis) spermatozoa. In spermatozoa of Çoruh trout, lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde), glutathione and enzymatic antioxidant activities (catalase, superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase) were assessed. Our data demonstrated that superoxide dismutase (0.44±1.25 Umg-1 protein), catalase (15.21±4.69 k.g-1 protein), glutathione peroxidase (42.89±0.61 Ug-1 protein), glutathione (0.18±4.01 μmolg-1 cell) and malondialdehyde (2.49±0.12 nmol.g-1 cell) levels in wild fish were low compared to spermatozoa of farmed fish. Overall, alterations in malondialdehyde levels and the antioxidant status could be differences in habitat.
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