Apigenin induces oxidative stress in mouse Sertoli TM4 cells

Abstract

Background and Aim: Apigenin (API) is an estrogenic compound found in many plants. Sertoli cells reside in the testis and are a key target of environmental toxicants. This study aimed to examine the cytotoxicity, especially oxidative stress of API in mouse Sertoli TM4 cells. Materials and Methods: Mouse Sertoli TM4 cells were treated with 50 and 100 µM API for 48 h. Cell viability, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) activities, glutathione reductase (GR) activities, production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were evaluated using various assays. Results: Treatment with API at both 50 and 100 µM decreased viability and GR activity but increased LDH activity, ROS production, and MDA levels in mouse Sertoli TM4 cells. Conclusion: Exposure to API induced oxidative stress in mouse Sertoli TM4 cells.