Toward monitoring specific DNA lesions in the gene by using pollen systems

Environ Health Perspect. 1981 Jan:37:13-7. doi: 10.1289/ehp.813713.

Abstract

Specific gene systems expressed in cereal pollen could contribute uniquely to the problem of monitoring our environment for mutagens. This paper considers the development of a mutagen monitor with quantitative endpoints that reflect particular types of lesions at the DNA level, and lesions in particular components of the gene.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Alcohol Oxidoreductases / genetics
  • DNA / genetics*
  • Environment*
  • Genes*
  • Mutagenicity Tests*
  • Mutagens / analysis*
  • Pollen*
  • Zea mays / genetics

Substances

  • Mutagens
  • DNA
  • Alcohol Oxidoreductases