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oxidative stress

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oxidative stress
n.
A condition of increased oxidant production in animal cells characterized by the release of free radicals and resulting in cellular degeneration.

oxidative stress  (ks-dtv)
A condition of increased oxidant production in animal cells characterized by the release of free radicals and resulting in cellular degeneration.


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