OXYS, Rat Strain

**Semantic type:** Mammal

**Definition:** Inherited overproduction of free radicals, high levels of lipid peroxidation, protein oxidation, DNA rearrangements, morbid conditions mimicking human degenerative diseases: cataract, emphysema, cardiomyopathy, carcinogenesis; short life-span and low fecundity. Intensive transport of monosaccharides into the cells (Salganik et al 1994).