Assessment of the Possible Protective Effect of Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) Peels Extract for Experimentally Induced Hepatotoxicity and Renal Disorders of Adult Male Sprague Dawley Rats

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 177-184
Keyword(s):  
Serum Levels ◽  
Oxygen Metabolism ◽  
Saccharum Officinarum ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Renal Disorders ◽  
Group I ◽  
Liver And Kidney ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Peel Extract

Liver and kidneys disorders are fundamental public health problems as they are critical to exogenous substances such as natural poisons and/or medications that eventually lead to various hepatic and renal disorders mostly due to interference with oxygen metabolism. This study was carried out to evaluate the impact of the sugarcane peel extract on hepatic and renal complications linked to toxicity. Forty Sprague Dawley male rats (150-180g), equally divided into four equal groups. On 13th day of the experiment, the group I and II received distilled water and a single dose of paracetamol (3g/kg bwt), respectively. Group III pretreated with Saccharum officinarum peel extract (SOPE) at 200mg/rat for 13 days plus paracetamol (3g/kg bwt) on the 13th day before 1hr of treatment and group IV rats received pretreatment with Silymarin at 0.3g/kg bwt for successive 13 days plus paracetamol (3g/kg bwt) on the 13th day before 1hr of treatment. At the end of the trial, biochemical parameters besides liver and kidney histopathology were examined. Results revealed that the toxin group with a single overdose of paracetamol caused a critical increase in liver enzymes and kidney markers, bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, lipid levels, an increase in C-reactive protein values, and caused decreases in serum levels of albumin, total protein, oxidative stress parameters (CAT, SOD, and GSH). On the other hand, co-administration of (SOPE) pretreatment showed an impact in minimizing and preventing all of these risks represented in avoiding liver and kidney damage resulting from some medication overdoses. In conclusion, the possible mechanism of protective activity of Saccharum officinarum peels extract is owing to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect.

scholarly journals AMELIORATIVE EFFECTS OF GRAPE SEED OIL ON CHROMIUM-INDUCED NEPHROTOXICITY AND OXIDATIVESTRESS IN RATS

2020 ◽  
Vol 57 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sahar Hassan Orabi ◽  
Sherif Mohamed Shawky
Keyword(s):  
Dna Damage ◽  
Hexavalent Chromium ◽  
Seed Oil ◽  
Potassium Dichromate ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Grape Seed ◽  
Renal Tissue ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Group I ◽  
Grape Seed Oil

The current study focused on investigating the renoprotective effects of grape seed oil (GSO) against hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI))-induced nephrotoxicity. A total of 40 male rats were randomly divided into four groups: group I served as the control group, group II received 1000 mg/L potassium dichromate (353.5 mg/L Cr(VI)) in drinking water for 12 weeks, group III received 3.7 g/kg body weight/day GSO orally for 12 weeks, and group IV received GSO together with potassium dichromate for 12 weeks. Cr(VI) significantly increased serum levels of urea, creatinine, potassium and glucose. In addition, Cr(VI) increased MDA levels and induced renal tissue damage and DNA damage. On the other hand, Cr(VI) decreased serum levels of sodium and antioxidant defence system [reduced glutathione (GSH) and catalase (CAT)]. However, treatment with GSO prevented elevation levels of serum urea, creatinine, potassium and glucose. In addition, GSO enhanced sodium level, renal tissue antioxidant defense system due to its curative effect ameliorated particularly oxidative stress, renal tissue and DNA damage. In conclusion, these results demonstrate that GSO is a promising nephroprotective agent against Cr(VI)-induced nephrotoxicity.Key words: grape seed oil; hexavalent chromium; nephrotoxicity; DNA damage BLAŽILNI UČINKI OLJA GROZDNIH PEŠK PRI TOKSIČNI OBREMENITVI LEDVIC TER VPLIV NA OKSIDATIVNI STRES PODGAN, POVZROČEN S KROMOM Povzetek: Študija je bila osredotočena na proučevanje zaščitnih učinkov olja grozdnih pešk (GSO) pri toksični obremenitvi ledvic, povzročeni s heksavalentnim kromom (Cr (VI)). Štirideset samcev podgan je bilo naključno razdeljenih v štiri skupine: skupina I - kontrolna skupina, skupina II, ki je v pitni vodi 12 tednov prejemala 1000 mg/L kalijevega dikromata (353,5 mg/L Cr (VI)), skupina III, ki je peroralno 12 tednov prejemala 3,7 g/kg telesne mase/dan GSO ter skupina IV, ki je 12 tednov prejemala GSO skupaj s kalijevim dikromatom. Cr(VI) je znatno zvišal serumske ravni sečnine, kreatinina, kalija in glukoze v serumu. Poleg tega je Cr(VI) zvišal raven MDA in povzročil poškodbe ledvičnega tkiva in poškodbe DNK. Po drugi strani je Cr(VI) znižal serumsko raven natrija in antioksidativnega obrambnega sistema, zmanjšal raven glutationske peroksidaze in katalaze. Dodajanje GSO poskusnim živalim je preprečilo zvišanje ravni sečnine v serumu, kreatinina, kalija, natrija in glukoze. Poleg tega je GSO izboljšal obrambni sistem antioksidantov ledvičnega tkiva. Zaradi svojega zdravilnega učinka je izboljšal zlasti oksidativni stres, poškodbe ledvičnega tkiva in DNK. Rezultati kažejo, da je GSO obetavno zaščitno sredstvo za ledvica pri toksični obremenitvi, povzročeni s Cr(VI).Ključne besede: olje grozdnih pešk; heksavalentni krom; nefrotoksičnost; poškodba DNK

scholarly journals Effect of Testosterone on Lead Acetate Toxicity in Male Albino Rats

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 112-120
Author(s):  
Nazar Mohammed Shareef Mahmood ◽  
Sarkawt Hamad Ameen Hamad ◽  
Dlshad Hussein Hassan ◽  
Karwan Ismael Othman
Keyword(s):  
Lead Acetate ◽  
Toxic Substance ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Central Vein ◽  
Cell Degeneration ◽  
Group I ◽  
Liver And Kidney ◽  
Adverse Influence

The toxicity of lead acetate (L. A.) concerned to public health disruptor due to its persistence in the environment and it has the adverse influence on the human and animal health as well. It causes physiological,biochemical, and neurological dysfunctions in humans. Histologically it has a negative effect on the liver which is considered one of the major target organs where acts as detoxification machine by elimination the toxic substance from the blood in rich with it.  As well as it affects kidneys that are the two of the most filtering organs. Therefore the present study was aimed to investigate the histopathological effect of L.A. on liver and kidney tissues in male rats. Twenty male rats involved in the study were equally and randomly divided into two groups each of them involved 10 animals. Group I (castrated rats) and Group II (control) each group received 80mg/L of lead acetate dissolved in one liter distilled water by drinking for 15 days. Histological sections showed some alterations including abnormal architecture, cell degeneration, nuclear degeneration, hyperchromatic hepatocytes, immune cells, degeneration in tubules, dilation in sinusoids, dilation in central vein of liver increased bowman's space glomerular atrophy degeneration of tubular cells in liver and kidney tissues of rats in castrated rats from control group. But the size of degenerated tissue was more severe in castrated male rats. It was concluded that the castration process could produce a hypogonadism and decreased testosterone which owns many receptors in kidney and liver may produce adverse influence with L.A. administration.

Correlation between Serum and Tissue Levels of Adipokines in Obesity in Adult Male Rats with and without Antioxidant

QJM ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 113 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
M M Elshawwa
Keyword(s):  
Insulin Resistance ◽  
Adult Male ◽  
Fasting Glucose ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Lipoprotein Cholesterol ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Tissue Levels ◽  
Group I

Abstract Background Obesity is associated with insulin resistance, type2 diabetes, dyslipidemia and cardiovascular diseases. Apelin and chemerin are identified as adipokines and adipose tissue markers. Several adipose-derived peptides are known to influence food intake, including apelin, whose expression is regulated by insulin and chemerin. Oxidative stress thought to be involved in the development of complications associated with obesity. Objective To study the nature of correlation between serum and liver levels of apelin, chemerin and oxidative parameters in obese rats with and without antioxidant. Aiming to clarify the pathophysiology of obesity. Material and Methods Thirty adult male albino rats, divided into three equal groups. Group I (control), group II (obese) and group III (obese and Lepidium sativum (LS) as an antioxidants). At the end of the experiment, blood samples were collected for estimation of the serum levels of chemerin, apelin, fasting glucose, insulin, insulin resistance (IR), lipid profile, reduced glutathione (GSH) and malondialdehyde (MDA). In addition to tissue homogenous extracts of liver were taken for the levels of MDA, CAT, chemerin and apelin. Results After eight weeks, high fat diet group showed a significant increase in serum levels of apelin, chemerin, fasting glucose, insulin, IR, total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) & MDA and a significant decrease in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) & GSH. HFD also caused a significant increase in tissue levels of MDA, CAT & chemerin and a significant decrease in apelin, compared to control group. While addition of LS to HFD caused a significant decrease in serum levels of apelin, chemerin, fasting glucose, insulin, IR, TC, TG, LDL-C & MDA and a significant increase in HDL-C & GSH. LS also caused a significant decrease in tissue levels of MDA, chemerin & insignificant decrease in CAT and a significant increase in apelin, compared to HFD group. Conclusion This study showed a significant positive correlation between liver & serum chemerin and between liver and serum MDA. On the other hand, it showed a significant negative correlation between liver and serum apelin and liver CAT and serum GSH

scholarly journals Arum conophalloides Aqueous Extract Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rat; Histopathological, Biochemical, and mir-122 Assessments

MicroRNA ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 224-231
Author(s):  
Amin Derakhshanfar ◽  
Javad Moayedi ◽  
Mahjoob Vahedi ◽  
Abouzar Valizadeh
Keyword(s):  
Aqueous Extract ◽  
Fold Increase ◽  
Normal Structure ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Hydroalcoholic Extract ◽  
Sprague Dawley Rats ◽  
Liver And Kidney ◽  
Biochemical Indices ◽  
Potential Hepatotoxicity

Background: Arum conophalloides (A. conophalloides) is a wild edible delicate plant, widely used in traditional medicine. Objective: This study aimed to examine the effects of A. conophalloides extracts on biochemical, molecular, and histopathological changes in the rat. Methods: Fifty adult male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into 5 groups (10 each) as follows: G1 or control, received distilled water; G2 and G3, treated with the aqueous extract at doses of 200 and 400 mg/kg; G4 and G5, treated with the hydroalcoholic extract at doses of 200 and 400 mg/kg. Prior to and at the end of the experiments, the serum levels of biochemistry parameters and the relative expression of miR-122 were assessed. Moreover, the liver and kidney tissues were examined microscopically. Results: Liver and kidney tissues showed normal structure in all groups. There were no significant changes in biochemical indices or the expression of miR-122 in the extract-treated groups at the dose of 200 mg/kg. However, the group that received the aqueous extract at the dose of 400 mg/kg exhibited a significantly lower level of HDL, LDL, ALT, and ALP in comparison to the control. Additionally, miR-122 expression in this group exhibited a 10-fold increase (P=0.009). Conclusion: The serum level of hepatocyte-specific miR-122 will be more helpful in detecting hepatic changes in early stages than ALT and AST activity or histopathological evaluations of liver sections. Our findings highlight the potential hepatotoxicity of A. conophalloides aqueous extract in a rat model.

scholarly journals Antioxidant and Hepatoprotective Activity of a New Tablets Formulation fromTamarindus indicaL.

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jesús Rafael Rodriguez Amado ◽  
Ariadna Lafourcade Prada ◽  
Julio Cesar Escalona Arranz ◽  
Renato Pérez Rosés ◽  
Humberto Morris Quevedo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lipid Peroxidation ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Hepatoprotective Activity ◽  
Negative Control ◽  
Diet Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Standard Diet ◽  
Tamarindus Indica ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Group I

Hepatotoxic chemicals damage liver cells primarily by producing reactive oxygen species. The decoction of the leaves ofTamarindus indicaL. is used for liver disorders. In this work we evaluated the hepatoprotective activity of a tablet formulation of this plant. Thirty-five Sprague Dawley rats were randomly divided into five groups (n=7). First group (I) is control group, fed with standard diet. Groups II to V (hepatotoxic groups) were subjected to a subcutaneous injection of CCl4(0.5 mL/kg). Group II was negative control, fed with standard diet; group III was subjected to administration of Silymarin 150 mg/kg and groups IV and V were treated with tablets in dose of 100 mg/kg and 200 mg/kg, respectively. Lipid peroxidation and the activity of superoxide dismutase, catalase, and reduced glutathione were evaluated. Serum levels of alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, gamma-glutamine transferase, alkaline phosphatase, and a lipid profile were evaluated too. The tablets inhibit lipid peroxidation. The redox balance (SOD-CAT-GSH) remains normal in the experimental groups treated with tablets. The liver function using dose of 200 mg/kg of tablets was better than the other experimental groups. These results justify, scientifically, the ethnobotanical use of the leaves ofTamarindus indicaL.

scholarly journals Toxicological Features ofCatha edulis(Khat) on Livers and Kidneys of Male and Female Sprague-Dawley Rats: A Subchronic Study

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulsamad Alsalahi ◽  
Mahmood Ameen Abdulla ◽  
Mohammed Al-Mamary ◽  
Mohamed Ibrahim Noordin ◽  
Siddig Ibrahim Abdelwahab ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Male Rats ◽  
High Dose ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Catha Edulis ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Sd Rats ◽  
Sprague Dawley Rats ◽  
Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase ◽  
Liver And Kidney ◽  
Kg Medium

Hepato- and nephrotoxicity of Khat consumption (Catha edulisForskal) have been evoked. Therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate such possible hepatorenal toxicity in female and male Sprague-Dawley rats (SD rats) focusing primarily on liver and kidney. In addition, female and male rats were investigated separately. Accordingly, forty-eight SD-rats (100–120 g) were distributed randomly into four groups of males and female (n=12). Normal controls (NCs) received distilled water, whereas test groups received 500 mg/kg (low dose (LD)), 1000 mg/kg (medium dose (MD)), or 2000 mg/kg (high dose (HD)) of crude extract ofCatha edulisorally for 4 weeks. Then, physical, biochemical, hematological, and histological parameters were analyzed. Results in Khat-fed rats showed hepatic enlargement, abnormal findings in serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) of male and female SD-rats and serum albumin (A) and serum creatinine (Cr) of female as compared to controls. In addition, histopathological abnormalities confirmed hepatic and renal toxicities of Khat that were related to heavy Khat consumption. In summary, Khat could be associated with hepatic hypertrophy and hepatotoxicity in male and female SD-rats and nephrotoxicity only in female SD-rats.

scholarly journals Sex-, tissue-, and exposure duration-dependent effects of imidacloprid modulated by piperonyl butoxide and menadione in rats. Part I: oxidative and neurotoxic potentials

2014 ◽  
Vol 65 (4) ◽  
pp. 387-398 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mustafa Yardimci ◽  
Yusuf Sevgiler ◽  
Eyyup Rencuzogullari ◽  
Mehmet Arslan ◽  
Mehmet Buyukleyla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cholinesterase Activity ◽  
Specific Effect ◽  
Piperonyl Butoxide ◽  
Female Rats ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Male Rat ◽  
Total Protein Content ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Adverse Action ◽  
Liver And Kidney

Abstract Earlier research has evidenced the oxidative and neurotoxic potential of imidacloprid, a neonicotinoid insecticide, in different animal species. The primary aim of this study was to determine how metabolic modulators piperonyl butoxide and menadione affect imidacloprid’s adverse action in the liver and kidney of Sprague-Dawley rats of both sexes. The animals were exposed to imidacloprid alone (170 mg kg-1) or in combination with piperonyl butoxide (100 mg kg-1) or menadione (25 mg kg-1) for 12 and 24 h. Their liver and kidney homogenates were analysed spectrophotometrically for glutathione peroxidase, glutathione S-transferase, catalase, total cholinesterase specific activities, total glutathione, total protein content, and lipid peroxidation levels. Imidacloprid displayed its prooxidative and neurotoxic effects predominantly in the kidney of male rats after 24 h of exposure. Our findings suggest that the observed differences in prooxidative and neurotoxic potential of imidacloprid could be related to differences in its metabolism between the sexes. Co-exposure (90-min pre-treatment) with piperonyl butoxide or menadione revealed tissue-specific effect of imidacloprid on total cholinesterase activity. Increased cholinesterase activity in the kidney could be an adaptive response to imidacloprid-induced oxidative stress. In the male rat liver, co-exposure with piperonyl butoxide or menadione exacerbated imidacloprid toxicity. In female rats, imidacloprid+menadione co-exposure caused prooxidative effects, while no such effects were observed with imidacloprid alone or menadione alone. In conclusion, sex-, tissue-, and duration-specific effects of imidacloprid are remarkable points in its toxicity

scholarly journals Effect of zinc supplementation on chronic hepatorenal toxicity following oral exposure to glyphosate-based herbicide (Bushfire®) in rats

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (8) ◽  
pp. 030006052092534
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Vandi Tizhe ◽  
Najume Dogon-Giginya Ibrahim ◽  
Mohammed Yakasai Fatihu ◽  
Suleiman Folorunsho Ambali ◽  
Ikechukwu Onyebuchi Igbokwe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Exposure ◽  
Histopathological Examination ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Oral Exposure ◽  
Serum Samples ◽  
Tubular Necrosis ◽  
Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase ◽  
Liver And Kidney ◽  
Renal Tubular

Objectives To assess the effects of zinc pretreatment on hepatorenal toxicity following chronic exposure to glyphosate-based herbicides in male rats. Methods Following zinc pretreatment (50 mg/kg and 100 mg/kg), 14.4 to 750 mg/kg of oral glyphosate (Bushfire® herbicide) was administered daily for 36 weeks. Thereafter, serum samples were obtained following jugular venipuncture. Liver and kidney samples were processed for histopathological examination. Results Serum aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase, and alkaline phosphatase activity as well as levels of bicarbonate, calcium, creatinine were significantly increased following chronic exposure to Bushfire®. Serum levels of sodium, potassium, chloride, total protein, albumin, globulin and urea were unchanged. Moderate to severe coagulative necrosis of hepatocytes as well as glomerular and renal tubular necrosis were observed in herbicide-treated rats. Zinc pretreatment reduced the elevation of serum enzymes associated with hepatobiliary lesions, abrogated hypercalcemia and metabolic alkalosis, and mitigated serum accumulation of creatinine following Bushfire® exposure, but was ineffective in completely preventing histological lesions. Conclusion Chronic Bushfire® exposure in rats caused hepatorenal toxicity. The effects of exposure on serum parameters were ameliorated by zinc pretreatment, but the histopathological changes associated with toxicity persisted in milder forms in zinc-pretreated animals.

Toxic effects of subchronic oral acetamiprid exposure in rats

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (11-12) ◽  
pp. 679-687 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bahar Ulus Karaca ◽  
Yağmur Emre Arican ◽  
Tugce Boran ◽  
Sevgi Binay ◽  
Alper Okyar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Damage ◽  
Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors ◽  
Acetylcholine Receptors ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Tissue Samples ◽  
Plasma Urea ◽  
Sprague Dawley Rats ◽  
Organ Systems ◽  
Liver And Kidney

Acetamiprid, a selective agonist of type-2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, is one of the most widely used neonicotinoids. The hepato- and nephrotoxic potential of acetamiprid has not been clarified although it is known to be toxic to other several organ systems, including the nervous, respiratory and immune systems. The present study aimed to investigate acetamiprid liver and kidney toxicity in male rats after a 90-day subchronic exposure to 12.5, 25 and 35 mg/kg. The biochemical and oxidative damage parameters were determined in the plasma and tissue samples as well as histopathological evaluation in the liver and kidney tissues. Acetamiprid caused oxidative damage and affected the liver, denoted by injury markers including the levels of cholesterol, and alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase enzymes. There was also a decrease in plasma urea, uric acid and creatinine levels, all of which might result from liver injury. Additionally, acetamiprid was more toxic to the liver than the kidney according to the histopathological examinations. In conclusion, acetamiprid exhibited hepatotoxic potential at all treatment doses on male Sprague Dawley rats.

Abstract P029: Vendor Specific Differences in the Sprague Dawley Rat Strain Alter Baseline Blood Pressure and Body Composition and Influence the Impact of Slow Fetal Growth on Later Cardiovascular Risk

Hypertension ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 66 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
John Henry H Dasinger ◽  
Suttira Intapad ◽  
Miles A Backstrom ◽  
Anthony J Carter ◽  
Barbara T Alexander
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Fetal Growth ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Ang Ii ◽  
Sprague Dawley ◽  
Male Control ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Rat Strain ◽  
The Impact

Low birth weight is associated with increased risk for cardiovascular (CV) disease including hypertension in later life. We previously reported that reduced uterine perfusion (RUP) in timed pregnant Sprague Dawley (SD) dams purchased from Harlan induced intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) associated with hypertension and enhanced sensitivity to angiotensin II (Ang II) in male rats at 4 months of age. In addition, male IUGR exhibited a two-fold increase in testosterone relative to control. Upon castration, hypertension and sensitivity to Ang II were abolished suggesting that programmed CV risk is testosterone dependent in the male IUGR. The aim of this study was to determine if vendor differences in the SD strain impact CV risk following a developmental insult. Timed pregnant SD rats were purchased from Charles River and underwent either RUP or sham surgery at day 14 of gestation. Birth weight was significantly reduced in IUGR relative to control (P<0.05). At 4 months of age, body weight remained significantly decreased in male IUGR relative to control, blood pressure did not differ when measured in conscious, chronically instrumented animals, and male control and IUGR from Charles River also exhibited a similar blood pressure response to acute Ang II. However, baseline blood pressures were higher in male control from Charles River versus blood pressure previously noted for male control from Harlan. Thus, these results suggest that vendor specific differences in the SD rat strain influence baseline CV risk and effect the developmental programming of CV risk following slow fetal growth.

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