Cross C E, Halliwell B, Allen A
Lancet. 1984 Jun 16;1(8390):1328-30. doi: 10.1016/s0140-6736(84)91822-1.
It is proposed that one of the functions of the mucus layers lining the respiratory tract and gastrointestinal system is the scavenging of highly reactive oxygen-derived species. This would provide antioxidant protection to the underlying mucosal epithelial cells.
有人提出,呼吸道和胃肠道系统内衬的黏液层的功能之一是清除高活性氧衍生物质。这将为下方的黏膜上皮细胞提供抗氧化保护。