Biopolymers and cell. 1994. Volume 10. № 1. 90 - 93

V. D. Krupin, G. P. Gorbenko, S. A. Kurilko, V. N. Tkachenko, V. V. Tovstyak

CHANGES OF THE ERYTHROCYTE MEMBRANE PERMEABILITY FOR POTASSIUM UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF RADIATION

Summary

    The effect of electrons with the energy 5 MeV on the erythrocyte membrane permeability for K+ has been investigated. Using free radical scavengers and SH-active reagents it was shown that radiation-induced release of intracellular potassium is related to the damage of protein sulfhydryl groups by hydroxyl radicals.