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This chapter describes the application of two-dimensional gel electrophoresis (2DGE) combined with matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) in the analysis of rat eye lens proteins. The main purpose was to identify proteins that may serve as potential biomarkers in age-related cataract formation. This includes the family of proteins known as the crystallins. Structural proteins and enzymes involved antioxidant activities. In addition, we also analyzed lenses from other species to illustrate the potential of using this technique in clinical and preclinical biomarker studies.
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Guest, P.C. (2020). Two-Dimensional Gel Electrophoresis Combined with Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Eye Lens to Identify Biomarkers of Age-Related Cataract. In: Guest, P. (eds) Clinical and Preclinical Models for Maximizing Healthspan. Methods in Molecular Biology, vol 2138. Humana, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-0716-0471-7_14
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