2025, Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part A
Protective role of Vitamin C against lead acetate-induced longevity reduction in Drosophila melanogaster
Author(s): Sinchana M, Tanuja N, S Priyanka Rani, Shravani MNR, Sindhu K and Shakunthala V
Abstract: This study investigated the toxicological effects of lead acetate on the longevity of Drosophila melanogaster and the protective role of Vitamin C. Four groups were used: control, 1.0 mM lead acetate, 1.5 mM lead acetate, and 1.5 mM lead acetate + Vitamin C. A dose-dependent decline in lifespan was observed, with the highest toxicity at 1.5 mM. Vitamin C co-treatment restored lifespan levels comparable to controls, suggesting an effective antioxidant role. These findings suggest Vitamin C mitigates lead-induced oxidative stress and extends survival in Drosophila.
DOI: 10.33545/27080013.2025.v6.i2a.230
Pages: 29-33 | Views: 506 | Downloads: 141
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Sinchana M, Tanuja N, S Priyanka Rani, Shravani MNR, Sindhu K, Shakunthala V. Protective role of Vitamin C against lead acetate-induced longevity reduction in Drosophila melanogaster. Acta Entomol Zool 2025;6(2):29-33. DOI: 10.33545/27080013.2025.v6.i2a.230
