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Silver Nitrate Induces Apoptosis in A549 Cell Line

In the following study, researchers investigate the cytotoxic effects of silver nitrate on A549 cells. MTT assay, flow cytometry, immunocytochemical, confocal and transmission electron microscopy, and microarray assays were used to analyze the effects of silver nitrate. Results show that silver nitrate exhibit inhibitory effects against A549 cells in a dose- and time-dependent manner, ultimately inducing apoptosis. These results suggest that silver nitrate may be used as an effective therapeutic agent against lung cancer. [LINK]


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