Title |
Characteristics of hemolytic activity induced by the aqueous extract of the Mexican fire coral Millepora complanata
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Published in |
Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases, November 2014
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DOI | 10.1186/1678-9199-20-49 |
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Authors |
Alejandro García-Arredondo, Luis J Murillo-Esquivel, Alejandra Rojas, Judith Sanchez-Rodriguez |
Abstract |
Millepora complanata is a plate-like fire coral common throughout the Caribbean. Contact with this species usually provokes burning pain, erythema and urticariform lesions. Our previous study suggested that the aqueous extract of M. complanata contains non-protein hemolysins that are soluble in water and ethanol. In general, the local damage induced by cnidarian venoms has been associated with hemolysins. The characterization of the effects of these components is important for the understanding of the defense mechanisms of fire corals. In addition, this information could lead to better care for victims of envenomation accidents. |
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