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To analyze the composition and biosafety of Cercis glabra seed oil and evaluate its biological activities.

Compositional analysis and biosafety assessment of Cercis glabra seed oil

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Evaluates the effects of Cercis glabra seed oil on cell toxicity and safety in mice, indicating potential benefits.

To analyze the composition and biosafety of Cercis glabra seed oil and evaluate its biological activities.
Extracted oil from Cercis glabra seeds using subcritical fluid extraction.
Analyzed fatty acid composition and unsaponifiable matter.
Assessed cytotoxicity in HepG2 and HUVEC cells.
Evaluated acute oral toxicity in Kunming mice and in vivo effects on growth and blood lipid profiles.
Oil extraction rate was 8.69%.
Seed oil showed negligible cytotoxicity at doses up to 2 mg/mL.
No acute toxicity at a high dose of 15,000 mg/kg body weight.
Low-dose administration (400 mg/kg) promoted growth, while high dose (800 mg/kg) reduced blood lipid levels.
No significant adverse effects were observed on renal function or other organs.

Wan et al. (2026) studied this question.

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