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What is the main source of the protein called mitochondrial coxiella effector F?

Bacteria

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2024 January
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An antioxidant protein called mitochondrial coxiella effector F (MceF), which is generated by the intracellular Gram-negative bacterium Coxiella burnetii, has been discovered by researchers. Despite a high bacterial load, MceF promotes the health of human cells. When Coxiella burnetii invades its host cells, it releases MceF and interacts with the mitochondrial glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4). By improving mitochondrial function, this interaction shields mammalian cells from the harm and death caused by pathogen replication. The recently discovered protein exhibits possible medicinal uses.

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