Scientists have shown for the first time that certain cells circulating in human blood – monocytes – are extremely sensitive to reactive oxygen species (ROS). ROS are aggressive forms of oxygen that are generated during states of “oxidative stress” and play a significant role in various diseases. ROS are also produced by cells of the immune system in response to exposure to pathogens.
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