Lutein improves cell viability and reduces Alu RNA accumulation in hydrogen peroxide challenged retinal pigment epithelial cells.
You Sheng ChongChun Wai MaiChee-Onn LeongLai Chun WongPublished in: Cutaneous and ocular toxicology (2017)
These results support the use of LUT alone, and in combination with ZEA, in AMD prevention and treatment. This study is also the first to report LUT modulating effects on Alu RNA.