Publications by authors named "Asma Siavashpour"

Cholestatic liver disease is a clinical complication with a wide range of etiologies. The liver is the primary organ influenced by cholestasis. Other organs, rather than the liver (e.

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The concerns about the possible risk of manufactured nanoparticles (NPs) have been raised recently. Nano- and micro-sized copper oxide (CO and CONP) are widely used in many industries. In this regard, studies have demonstrated that CONP is a toxic compound in different cell lines.

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Cholemic nephropathy (CN) is a clinical complication associated with cholestasis and chronic liver diseases. CN could lead to renal failure and the need for kidney transplantation if not appropriately managed. On the other hand, although the clinical features of CN are well described, there is no clear idea on the precise cellular and molecular mechanisms of CN.

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Organophosphate pesticides are considered as endocrine disruptors that interfere with reproductive functions. The (CL) is a transient endocrine gland that produces progesterone, a crucial hormone for a successful beginning and maintenance of pregnancy Steroidogenic acute regulatory protein () facilitates the rate-limiting transfer of cholesterol from the outer mitochondrial membrane to the inner organelle membranes. We investigated the effect of Diazinon (DZN), an organophosphate, on mRNA expression by Sybergreen Real Time-PCR in a time-dependent manner in luteal phase.

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Betaine is a derivative of the amino acid glycine widely investigated for its hepatoprotective properties against alcoholism. The protective properties of betaine in different other experimental models also have been documented. On the other hand, the exact cellular mechanism of cytoprotection provided by betaine is obscure.

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Sodium benzoate (SB) is a widely used preservative and antimicrobial substance in many foods and soft drinks. However, this compound is generally recognized as safe food additives, but evidence has suggested that a high intake of SB may link to attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder in children. Present study investigate the effects of oral administration of different concentrations of SB (0.

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