correlational
Analysis v1
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When oxygen was low, MOTS-c treated diabetic rat hearts used less ATP, which may help protect the heart during low-oxygen events like heart attacks.
Scientific Claim
During anoxic conditions, MOTS-c treatment was associated with lower ATP hydrolysis rates in diabetic rat mitochondria compared to untreated diabetic rats.
Original Statement
“MOTS-c treated diabetic mitochondria exhibited significantly lower ATP hydrolysis rates than untreated diabetic groups.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
The study is an animal cohort, so 'was associated with' is appropriate. The claim correctly states the association without implying causation.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
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Mitochondria-derived peptide MOTS-c restores mitochondrial respiration in type 2 diabetic heart
Randomized Controlled Trial
Animal
2025Contradicting (0)
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No contradicting evidence found