We analyze mitochondrial function and redox homeostasis in a propionic acidemia mouse model.
Alterations in OXPHOS complexes and/or activities, and mtDNA depletion were present.
Increase in superoxide anion production and H2O2 levels, variations in antioxidant defences and lipid oxidative damage were also observed.
Mitochondrial dysfunction and redox imbalance probably contribute to the pathophysiology of propionic acidemia.