Abstract
Bilirubin accumulates within, and induces loose coupling in, rat liver mitochondria. This state, characterized by a normal protonmotive force, but increased oxygen consumption and inner membrane conductance, could impair cellular energy metabolism. Loose coupling is observed at bilirubin concentrations (12-24 μm) attained in tissues of kernicteric animals.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 226-229 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Biochemical medicine |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1985 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry