indoxyl (Meaning)
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indoxyl (n.)
A nitrogenous substance, C8H7NO, isomeric with oxindol, obtained as an oily liquid.
Synonyms & Antonyms of indoxyl
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indoxyl Sentence Examples
- Indoxyl sulfate, a metabolite of tryptophan, is an indicator of intestinal bacteria imbalance.
- Elevated indoxyl levels in the blood are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Indoxyl binds to the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR), which mediates its toxic effects.
- Indoxyl accumulation can lead to oxidative stress, inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction.
- Dietary interventions targeting tryptophan metabolism can help reduce indoxyl production.
- Prebiotics and probiotics have been shown to modulate indoxyl levels by altering gut microbial composition.
- Indoxyl clearance is impaired in individuals with chronic kidney disease, leading to its accumulation and potential adverse effects.
- Indoxyl is a uremic toxin that contributes to the progression of kidney damage.
- Indoxyl-derived compounds can alter gene expression and promote cellular senescence.
- Therapeutic strategies aimed at reducing indoxyl levels are being investigated for the management of cardiovascular and kidney diseases.
FAQs About the word indoxyl
A nitrogenous substance, C8H7NO, isomeric with oxindol, obtained as an oily liquid.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Indoxyl sulfate, a metabolite of tryptophan, is an indicator of intestinal bacteria imbalance.
Elevated indoxyl levels in the blood are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Indoxyl binds to the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR), which mediates its toxic effects.
Indoxyl accumulation can lead to oxidative stress, inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction.
