Expression profiling and functional investigation of peroxiredoxin 2 in Chub mackerel: Multifunctional roles in oxidative stress regulation, apoptosis, and immune modulation

Key Points

• Peroxiredoxin 2 regulates oxidative stress and apoptosis in chub mackerel.
• The study highlighted a significant increase in peroxiredoxin 2 expression under oxidative stress conditions.
• Functional assays showed peroxiredoxin 2's role in modulating immune responses, supporting cell survival.
• These findings suggest potential avenues for enhancing fish health through oxidative stress management and immune function.