Macromolecular (Bulky) DNA adduct

Cards (4)

  • Formed by the transfer of aralkyl/ arylamine residue (from the carcinogen) --> to nucleotide --> formed DNA adduct
  • Transfer aromatic/ multi-ringed compounds
  • Chemical groups: PAH
    Example: Benzo[a]pyrene
    Structural change: N2 Guanine addict; N6 Adenine adduct
  • Chemical groups: Mycotoxins
    Example: Aflatoxin B1
    Structural change: N7 Guanine adduct