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    GlossaryMitochondrial DNA Damage

    harm to DNA in mitochondria affecting cellular energy production

    Mitochondrial DNA damage refers to harm inflicted on the DNA located within the mitochondria, the energy-producing structures in cells. This damage can result from factors like oxidative stress, environmental toxins, or genetic mutations, and it can impair cellular energy production, potentially leading to various diseases and aging-related conditions.

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