Expression of Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1 in Monocytes and Effects of Native and Oxidized Very Low Density Lipoproteins

Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1(MCP-1), a potent chemoattractant, is thought to play an important role in migration of monocytes into atherosclerotic lesions. The present study was designed to investigate the capacity of human peripheral blood monocytes to express MCP-1 and effects of native very low density lipoprotein (VLDL) and oxidized VLDL(OX-VLDL) on the expression. The total RNA was extracted from cultured monocytes, which were exposed to VLDL and OX-VLDL, and the media conditioned by monocytes were collected. MCP-1 mRNA expression was examined by Northern blot analysis. MCP-1 protein in conditioned media was determined by using sandwich ELISA. The results showed that monocytes can express MCP-1 after a 24 h incubation at 37℃，and the expression was markedly increased by a exposure to OX-VLDL, whereas the expression was slightly increased when exposed to VLDL. It suggests that the capacity of monocytes to produce MCP-1 that recruits and activates circulating monocytes may be of considerable importance in atherogenesis, and oxidation of VLDL enhances its potential to promote atherogenesis.

Effect of Danzhijiangtang capsule on monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 mRNA expression in newly diagnosed diabetes subclinical vascular lesions

AIM:To investigate the effect of Danzhijiangtang capsule(DJC) on monocyte chemoattractant protein-1(MCP-1) mRNA expression in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM) subclinical vascular lesions.METHODS:Sixty-two patients with newly diagnosed T2DM subclinical vascular lesions were randomly divided into a control group and treatment group of 31 cases each.Oral antidiabetic therapy with routine western medicine was conducted in both groups,and the treatment group was additionally treated with DJCs.The treatment course for both groups was 12 wk.Before and after treatment,the total efficiency and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) syndrome score were calculated.The fasting plasma glucose(FPG),2-h plasma glucose(2hPG),fasting insulin(FINS),insulin resistance index(IRI),hemoglobin(Hb)A1c,blood lipids,and hemorheology indices were determined.In addition,the levels of vascular endothelial growth factors including thrombomodulin(TM),von Willebrand factor(vWF),P-selectin and MCP-1 mRNA were determined.RESULTS:After 12 wk of treatment,the TCM syndrome score was significantly decreased compared to before treatment in both groups.After treatment,FPG,2hPG,HbA1c,FINS,IRI,total cholesterol,triglycerides,low-density lipoprotein,high-density lipoprotein,whole blood low shear specific viscosity,plasma specific viscosity,TM,vWF,P-selectin and MCP-1 mRNA were significantly improved compared to before treatment in both groups.After treatment,the total efficiency and TCM syndrome score in the treatment group were better than in the control group.FINS,IRI,whole blood high shear specific viscosity,plasma specific viscosity,TM,vWF,P-selectin and MCP-1 mRNA level in the treatment group were significantly reduced after treatment compared with control group.CONCLUSION:DJCs are efficacious in supplementing qi,nourishing yin and invigorating blood circulation,and upregulate MCP-1 mRNA expression in patients with T2DM subclinical vascular lesions.

Interleukin-1β,Tumor Necrosis Factor-α and Lipopolysaccharide Induce Expression of Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1 in Calf Aortic Smooth Muscle Cells

Summary: To investigate whether interleukin-1β(IL-1β), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and lipopolysaccharide (LPS) induce expression of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1 ) mRNA and protein in calf aortic smooth muscle cells(SMCs), calf aortic SMCs were cultured by a substrate-attached explant method. The cultured SMCs were used between the third to the fifth passage. After the cells became confluent, the SMCs were exposed to 2 ng/ml IL-1β, 20ng/ml TNF-1α and 100 ng/ml LPS respectively, and the total RNA of SMCs which were incubated for 4 h at 37℃ were extracted from the cells by using guanidinium isothiocyanate method. The expres- ion of MCP-1 mRNA in SMCs was detected by using dot blotting analysis using a probe of γ-32 P- end-labelled 35-mer oligonucleotide. After a 24-h incubation, the media conditioned by the cul- tured SMCs were collected. The MCP-1 protein content in the conditioned media was determined by using sandwich ELISA. The results were as follows: Dot blotting analysis showed that the cul- tured SMCs could express MCP-1 mRNA. After a 4-h exposure to IL-1β, TNF-α and LPS, the MCP-1 mRNA expression in SMCs was increased (3.6-fold, 2. 3-fold and 1. 6-fold, respectively). ELISA showed that the levels of MCP-1 protein in the conditioned media were also increased (2.9- fold, 1.7-fold and 1.1-fold, respectively). The results suggest that calf aortic SMCs could ex- press MCP-1 mRNA and protein. IL-1β and TNF-α can induce strong expression of MCP-1 mRNA and protein, and the former is more effective than the latter.

Effects of Simvastatin on NF-κB-DNA Binding Activity and Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1 Expression in a Rabbit Model of Atherosclerosis

To observe the effects of simvastatin on nuclear factor kappaB （NF-kB）-DNA binding activity and on the expression of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 （MCP-1） in atherosclerotic plaque in rabbits and to explore the anti-atherosclerotic properties beyond its lipid-lowering effects. Thirty-six New Zealand male rabbits were randomly divided into low-cholesterol group （LC）, high- cholesterol group （HC）, high-cholesterol＋ simvastatin group （HC＋S） and then were fed for 12 weeks. At the end of the experiment, standard enzymatic assays, electrophoretic mobility shift as- say （EMSA）, immunohistochemical staining, and morphometry were performed to observe serum lipids, NF-kB-DNA binding activity, MCP-1 protein expression, intirna thickness and plaque area of aorta respectively in all three groups. Our results showed that the serum lipids, NF-kB-DNA binding activity, expression of MCP-1 protein, intima thickness, and plaque area of aorta in the LC and HC＋S groups were significantly lower than those in the HC group （P〈0.05）. There was no significant difference in the serum lipids between the LC and HC＋S groups （P〉0.05）, but the NF-kB-DNA binding activity, the expression of MCP-1 protein and the intirna thickness and plaque area of aorta in the HC＋S group were significantly decreased as compared to the LC group （P〈0. 05）. This study demonstrated that simvastatin could decrease atherosclerosis by inhibiting the NF-kB-DNA binding activity and by reducing the expression of MCP-1 protein.

Effect of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 on chemotactic gene expression by macrophage cell line U937

Objective: To study the chemotactic superfamily genes expression profiling of macrophage line U937 treated with monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) using gene chip technique. Methods: Total RNA from macrophage line U937 (as control) and U937 with MCP-1 was extracted, made reverse transcript to cDNA and tested with gene expression chip HO2 human. Results: Some chemotactic-related gene expressions were changed in all analyzed genes. Regulated upon activation, normal T cell expressed and secreted (RANTES) was up-regulated over 2-fold and 7 chemotactic-related genes (CCR2, CCR5, CCL16, GROβ, GROγ, IL-8 and granulocyte chemotactic protein 2) were down-regulated over 2-fold in MCP-1 treated U937 cells at mRNA level. Conclusion: MCP-1 can influence some chemokines and receptors expression in macrophage in vitro, in which MCP-1 mainly down-regulates the chemotactic genes expression of those influencing neutrophilic granulocyte (GROβ, GROγ, IL-8 and granulocyte chemotactic protein 2). Another novel finding is that it can also down-regulate the mRNA level of CCR5, which plays a critical role in many disorders and illnesses.

The enhancement of astrocytic-derived monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 induced by the interaction of opiate and HIV tat in HIV-associated dementia

HIV-associated dementia(HAD)is a public health problem and is particularly prevalent in drug abusers.The neuropathogenesis of human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)infection involves a complex cascade of inflammatory events,including monocyte/macrophage infiltration in the brain,glial immune activation and release of neurotoxic substances.In these events,astrocytic-derived monocyte chemoattractant protein-1(MCP-1)plays an important role,whose release is elevated by HIV transactivator of transcription(HIV tat)and could be further elevated by opiates.This review will also consider some critical factors and events in MCP-1 enhancement induced by the interactions of opiate and HIV tat,including the mediating role of mu opioid receptor(MOR)and CCR2 as well as the possible signal transduction pathways within the cells.Finally,it will make some future perspectives on the exact pathways,new receptors and target cells,and the vulnerability to neurodegeneration with HIV and opiates.

Variation of Serum Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1 in Patients with Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome

This study investigated the variation of serum monocyte chemoattractant protein-1（MCP-1） in patients with both diabetes mellitus（DM） and metabolic syndrome（MS）.Based on the International Diabetes Federation（IDF） diagnostic criteria,93 patients enrolled in this study were divided into four groups：normal control（NC）,simple DM,simple MS,and DM plus MS（DM-MS） groups.The main measures included height,weight,waist circumference（WC）,hip circumference,blood pressure,fasting blood glucose,insulin resistance index（HOMA-IR）,serum triglyceride（TG）,HDL-ch,LDL-ch,and MCP-1.The results showed that the serum levels of MCP-1 in the DM-MS group were significantly increased as compared with those in the DM and MS groups（P0.05）,and the increase in the MCP-1 level in the DM group was much higher than in the MS group（P0.05）.The DM-MS group had the highest HOMA-IR levels,followed by MS,DM and NC groups（P0.05）.Correlation tests showed that the association of MCP-1 with age,HDL-ch,or LDL-ch was insignificant,whereas that of MCP-1 with body mass index（BMI）,waist hip rate（WHR）,WC,systolic blood pressure（SBP）,diastolic blood pressure（DBP）,TG,and HOMA-IR was significantly positive.It was concluded that circulating MCP-1 was substantially increased in patients with both DM and MS as compared with that in the patients with DM or MS alone,and the central obese state may contribute to a more vicious proinflammatory condition and insulin resistance in patients with diabetes.

Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 plays a key role in type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune dise as e resulting from the selective destruction of β cells in the pa ncreatic islets. In both human and rodent models of type 1 diabetes, the clinica l disease is preceded by a progressive mononuclear cell invasion of the pancreat ic islets (insulitis). In the early stage of insulitis,the major components are monocyte/macrophages, and the recruitment of mononuclear cells is a critical st ep in the pathogenesis of the type 1 diabetes. Studies have revealed that Monocy te chemoattractant protein-1(MCP-1) specifically recruits monocytes/ macrophag es into pancreas and plays an important role in the development of insulitis and diabetes.

Monocyte chemotactic protein-1 and soluble adhesion molecules as possible prognostic markers of the efficacy of antiviral treatment in chronic hepatitis C

AIM: To explain the role of Monocyte chemotactic protein-1 (MCP-1) and soluble adhesion molecules in chronic hepatitis C during the treatment of interferon alpha (IFNα) 2 b and ribavirin (RBV).METHODS: Concentrations of MCP-1, soluble adhesion molecules intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (sICAM-1), sPselectin, interleukin (IL) 6, and ILl0 in serum were estimated in the group of 40 patients with chronic hepatitis C treated with IFNalpha2 b and RBV in 0, 16, 32, 48 wk of the therapy.RESULTS: In chronic hepatitis C, before and during the treatment, the serum levels of MCP-1 and sP-selectin in responders were similar to those of healthy subjects. In nonresponders (NR), MCP-1 increased in the course of IFN(α+RBV treatment, differences were statistically significant as compared to responders. MCP-1 correlated statistically with the activity of periportal inflammation (r= 0.35, P<0.05) but not with staging of liver fibrosis, sICAM-1 positively correlated with inflammatory activity and fibrosis in NR. sP-selectin did not correlate with histological findings in the liver. The MCP-1 correlated with the soluble form of sP-selectin concentrations (r= 6, P<0.001) and with IL-10 level in NR (r = 0.4, P<0.05). There was no correlation observed between the concentration of MCP-1 and sICAM-1, IL-6 during the treatment.CONCLUSION: MCP-1 concentration may be a prognostic marker of the efficacy of IFN+RBV therapy in patients with chronic hepatitis C.

Role of monocytes and macrophages in experimental and human acute liver failure

Acute liver failure (ALF) is a devastating clinical syndrome characterised by progressive encephalopathy, coagulopathy, and circulatory dysfunction, which commonly leads to multiorgan failure and death. Central to the pathogenesis of ALF is activation of the immune system with mobilisation of cellular effectors and massive production of cytokines. As key components of the innate immune system, monocytes and macrophages are postulated to play a central role in the initiation, progression and resolution of ALF. ALF in humans follows a rapidly progressive clinical course that poses inherent difficulties in delineating the role of these pivotal immune cells. Therefore, a number of experimental models have been used to study the pathogenesis of ALF. Here we consider the evidence from experimental and human studies of ALF on the role of monocytes and macrophages in acute hepatic injury and the ensuing extrahepatic manifestations, including functional monocyte deactivation and multiple organ failure.

依达拉奉右莰醇联合丁苯酞氯化钠注射液对急性脑梗死患者血清单核细胞趋化蛋白-1、内皮素-1表达的影响

目的探讨依达拉奉右莰醇联合丁苯酞氯化钠注射液对急性脑梗死患者血清单核细胞趋化蛋白-1(MCP-1)、内皮素-1(ET-1)表达及动脉粥样硬化斑块的影响。方法选取河北省邯郸市中医院2020年12月至2022年8月收治的急性脑梗死患者140例,按随机数字表法分为联合组和对照组,各70例。两组患者均予丁苯酞氯化钠注射液,联合组患者加用依达拉奉右莰醇注射液,均治疗14 d。结果联合组总有效率为91.43%,显著高于对照组的68.57%(P<0.05)。治疗后,两组患者的颈动脉内中膜厚度、斑块面积、美国国立卫生研究院卒中量表(NIHSS)评分、改良Rankin量表(MRS)评分及血清MCP-1、ET-1、丙二醛、超氧化物歧化酶水平均显著降低(P<0.05),且联合组均显著低于对照组(P<0.05);联合组和对照组患者治疗期间不良反应发生率相当(12.86%比14.29%,P>0.05)。结论依达拉奉右莰醇联合丁苯酞氯化钠注射液治疗急性脑梗死的临床疗效良好,可有效改善患者的神经功能缺损情况、颈动脉粥样硬化斑块稳定性及内皮功能,降低氧化应激水平,提高生活质量,且安全性良好。

miR-17-5p、IL-6及MCP-1联合检测对卵巢子宫内膜异位症患者术后复发的预测价值

目的 分析研究血清微小RNA-17-5p(miR-17-5p)、白细胞介素-6(IL-6)及单核细胞趋化蛋白1(MCP-1)联合检测对卵巢子宫内膜异位症(OEM)患者术后复发的预测价值。方法 选取郑州大学第三附属医院2019年1月至2022年12月收治的OEM患者作为研究对象,将其命名为OEM组(n=100),另选同期在本院进行体检的健康女性为对照组(n=60)。比较两组血清miR-17-5p、IL-6及MCP-1水平;OEM组患者在入院后均进行手术与药物对症治疗,在治疗结束后对患者随访12个月。以多因素Logistic回归分析OEM患者术后复发的影响因素,并绘制ROC曲线分析血清miR-17-5p、IL-6、MCP-1水平对OEM患者术后复发的预测价值。结果 OEM组的血清miR-17-5p水平低于对照组,IL-6、MCP-1水平均高于对照组,差异有统计学意义(t=11.015、59.651、38.199,均P<0.05);多因素Logistic回归分析显示,囊肿直径>5 cm(OR=1.828)、ASRM分期为Ⅲ~Ⅳ期(OR=1.815)、血清miR-17-5p水平降低(OR=2.042)、IL-6水平升高(OR=2.136)及MCP-1水平升高(OR=1.966)均是OEM患者术后复发的独立危险因素(P<0.05);ROC曲线分析显示,血清miR-17-5p、IL-6、MCP-1水平及联合检测的曲线下面积(AUC)分别为0.816、0.781、0.745、0.933,联合检测优于单一检测(P<0.05)。结论 miR-17-5p、IL-6及MCP-1联合检测对OEM患者术后复发具有一定预测价值。

Advanced oxidation protein products induce monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 expression via p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase activation in rat vascular smooth muscle cells

Background Advanced oxidation protein products （AOPPs） are new uremic toxins reported by Witko-Sarsat in 1996, which are associated with the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. However, the mechanisms by which AOPPs enhance atherosclerosis have not been fully understood. Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 （MCP-1） is a chemokine which stimulates migration of monocytes and plays a critical role in the development of atherosclerosis. In this study, we investigated the effect of AOPPs on MCP-1 expression in cultured vascular smooth muscle cells （VSMCs）.

体积描记法联合血清单核细胞趋化蛋白-1水平预测急性下呼吸道感染患者合并哮喘的效能分析

目的探究体积描记法联合血清单核细胞趋化蛋白-1(MCP-1)对急性下呼吸道感染患者合并哮喘的预测价值。方法回顾性分析2019年6月—2022年12月青海省人民医院收治的188例急性下呼吸道感染患者的病历资料。根据患者住院期间是否并发哮喘分为合并组(48例)和非合并组(140例)。收集并整理所有受试者的人口学资料和实验室检测指标(体积描记法相关参数:肺总量、残气量、残气率,血清MCP-1水平)。比较两组患者临床资料的差异,分析肺总量、残气量与功能残气量(FRC)、MCP-1的相关性,分析影响急性下呼吸道感染患者并发哮喘的相关因素,以及FRC、MCP-1对急性下呼吸道感染患者并发哮喘的预测价值。结果合并组FRC、肺总量、残气量、残气率、MCP-1水平均高于非合并组(P<0.05)。FRC与肺总量、残气量水平均呈正相关(r=0.681和0.671,均P=0.001);MCP-1与肺总量、残气量水平均呈正相关(r=0.669和0.654,均P=0.001)。多因素逐步Logistic回归分析结果显示:FRC[O^R=2.450(95%CI:1.239,4.840)]、MCP-1[O^R=2.995(95%CI:1.516,5.918)]是急性下呼吸道感染患者并发哮喘的危险因素(P<0.05)。受试者工作特征曲线结果分析显示,FRC、MCP-1及联合预测急性下呼吸道感染患者并发哮喘的敏感性分别为72.92%(95%CI:0.579,0.842)、83.33%(95%CI:0.692,0.920)、79.17%(95%CI:0.645,0.890),特异性分别为81.43%(95%CI:0.737,0.873)、70.71%(95%CI:0.623,0.779)、81.43%(95%CI:0.737,0.873)。结论体积描记法和血清MCP-1水平可用于评估急性下呼吸道感染患者肺功能,且血清MCP-1与体积描记法检测的FRC对急性下呼吸道感染患者并发哮喘的预测效能良好。

Urotensin Ⅱ promotes monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 expression in aortic adventitial fibroblasts of rat

Background Urotensin Ⅱ （Ull）,a potent vasoconstrictive peptide,is able to stimulate phenotypic differentiation of adventitial fibroblasts.This study aimed to determine the effect of UII on monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 （MCP1） expression in rat aortic adventitial fibroblasts,so as to explore possible mechanisms in the development of vascular inflammation.Methods Growth-arrested adventitial fibroblasts were incubated in serum-free medium with UII （1010-10-7 mol/L） and inhibitors of signal transduction pathways for 1 to 24 hours.MCP-1 mRNA and protein expression and secretion were determined by RT-PCR,Western blotting analysis and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay （ELISA）,respectively.Results UII dose-and time-dependently promoted MCP-1 mRNA and protein expression and secretion in cells,with maximal effect at 10-8 mol/L at 3 hours for mRNA expression,24 hours for protein expression in the cells,and 12 hours for protein secretion from the cells.Furthermore,the UII effects were significantly inhibited by treatment with its receptor antagonist SB710411,Rho kinase inhibitor Y27632,protein kinase C （PKC） inhibitor H7,mitogen-activated protein kinase inhibitor PD98059,calcineurin inhibitor cyclosporine A,and the Ca2＋channel blocker nicardipine.Conclusion UII may stimulate MCP-1 expression in rat aortic adventitial fibroblasts through its receptor and Rho kinase,PKC,mitogen-activated protein kinase,calcineurin and Ca2＋ channel signal transduction,thus contributing to adventitial inflammation.

Calcitonin gene-related peptide induces proliferation and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 expression via extracellular signal-regulated kinase activation in rat osteoblasts

Background Calcitonin gene-related peptide （CGRP）, a sensory neuropeptide, affects osteoblast proliferation and bone formation. However, the mechanisms are not fully understood. Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 （MCP-1） is a chemokine that stimulates the migration of monocytes and plays important roles in regulating bone remolding during fracture repair. In this study, we investigated the effects of CGRP on proliferation and MCP-1 expression in cultured rat osteoblasts. Methods Primary rat osteoblasts were isolated from fetal rats calvariae. Cells were exposed to gradient concentrations （10^-9 to 10^-7 mol/L） of CGRP. Protein and mRNA levels of MCP-1 were quantified by Western blotting and semiquantitative reverse transcdption-polymerase chain reaction, respectively. The protein level of MCP-1 was investigated and compared in cell culture media by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay （ELISA）. Phospho-extracellular signal-regulated kinase （ERK） expression was detected by Western blotting. Cell proliferative activity was measured by 3-（4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl）-2, 5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide （MTT） and BrdU assay. The effects of MAPK/ERK kinase （MEK）-inhibitor U0126 on CGRP-induced MCP-1 expression in primary rat osteoblasts were examined. Results CGRP effectively enhanced primary rat osteoblast proliferation and led to significant increases in the expression of MCP-1 mRNA and protein in time- and dose-dependent manners. CGRP activated the ERK pathway. Pretreatment of cultured rat osteoblasts with MEK inhibitor U0126 resulted in dose-dependent inhibitions of CGRP-induced MCP-1 mRNA and protein levels. Thus, CGRP promoted cell proliferation and stimulated MCP-1 expression in cultured rat osteoblasts. Conclusion These studies document novel links between CGRP and MCP-1 and illuminate the effects of CGRP in regulating bone remodeling.

Effects of Wenxiao Decoction(稳消方) on the Expression of Interleukin-6,Intercellular Adhesion Molecular-1and Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1 in Experimental Atherosclerotic Rabbits

Objective： To observe the effects of different doses of Wenxiao Decoction （稳消方） on the expression of interleukin-6 （IL-6）, intercellular adhesion molecule-1 （ICAM-1）, and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 （MCP-1） in experimental atherosclerotic rabbits and to explore the mechanism by which it alleviates atherosclerosis. Methods： Sixty New Zealand rabbits were randomly divided into six groups： a blank group, a model group, a Simvastatin group, and high-, medium-, and low-dosage Wenxiao Decoction groups. Except for those in the blank group, all rabbits were fed with a high-cholesterol diet. Carotid atherosclerosis was established by balloon-induced carotid artery endothelium injury in conjunction with the high-cholesterol diet. After 8 weeks, all animals were euthanized to evaluate levels of IL-6 and ICAM-1 expressions （by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay） and of MCP-1 （by immunohistochemistry staining）. Results： The expressions of IL-6, ICAM-1, and MCP-1 were significantly increased in all groups except the blank group （P〈0.05）. However, the rabbits in the Wenxiao Decoction groups and the Simvastatin group showed significantly lower levels of IL-6, ICAM-1, and MCP-1 expression than those in the model group （P〈0.05）. The expressions of IL-6, ICAM-1, and MCP-1 in the high- dosage Wenxiao Decoction group and the Simvastatin group were lower than those in the low-dosage Wenxiao Decoction group （P〈0.05）. The expression of MCP-1 in medium-dosage Wenxiao Decoction group was lower than that in the low-dosage group （P〈0.05）. Conclusions： High, medium, and low doses of Wenxiao Decoction can inhibit the expressions of IL-6, ICAM-1, and MCP-1, which may prevent and stabilize atherosclerotic plaques. There may be a direct relationship between dosage and therapeutic efficacy of Wenxiao Decoction.

Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 level in serum of patients with acute spinal cord injury

Objective: To detect the concentration of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) in the serum of patients with incomplete spinal cord injury and evaluate its relation with the pathologic classification of the spinal cord injury.Methods: MCP-1 concentration in the serum of patients with incomplete spinal cord injury (iSCI), single spine compression and healthy subjects were detected by ELISA, respectively in the present study and the magnetic resonance imaging data of these patients were studied at the same time on a blind base.Results: Serum level of MCP-1 in iSCI patients was 428 pg/ml±11 pg/ml by ELISA, which was higher than both that of the patients with single spine compression and of controls, with the concentration of 184 pg/ml±21 pg/ml and 124 pg/ml±15 pg/ml, respectively. There was significant difference between any two groups (P< 0.01). iSCI patients with normal MRI showed a lower serum level of MCP-1 as 312 pg/ml±30 pg/ml. Pathological classification of spinal cord edema and hematoma corresponded to 390 pg/ml±16 pg/ml and 508 pg/ml± 24 pg/ml in the concentration of MCP-1.Conclusions: MCP-1 may induce secondary inflammatory response by recruiting inflammatory cells to the injury site and thus affect the prognosis of spinal cord injury.

Expression of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 in the pancreas of mice

Background Type 1 diabetes has been recognized as an organ specific autoimmune disease owing to the immune destruction of pancreatic islet β cells in genetically susceptible individuals. In both human and rodent models of type 1 diabetes, such as nonobese diabetic （NOD） mice, biobreeding rats, the disease has a distinct stage characterized by immune cells infiltrating in the pancreas （insulitis）. The major populations of infiltrating cells are macrophages and T lymphocytes. Therefore, immune cell infiltration of pancreatic islets may be a crucial step in the pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes. Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 can specifically attract monocytes in vivo. Interferon induced protein-10 has chemoattractant effects on the activated lymphocytes. In this study, we analysed the expression of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 in the pancreas of mice and interferon inducible protein-10 mRNA in the pancreas of NOD mice, and discussed their possible role in the pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes. Methods The immunohistochemical method and immunoelectronmicroscopy were used to evaluate the expression of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 in the pancreas of NOD mice and BALB/c mice. RT-PCR was used to evaluate the expression of monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 and interferon inducible protein mRNA in NOD mice. Results Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 was positive in the pancreas of NOD mice, whereas negative in the pancreas of BALB/C mice. RT-PCR showed that monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 and interferon inducible protein-10 mRNA could be found in the pancreas of NOD mice. Immunoelectronmicroscopy demonstrated that monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 was produced by β cells and stored in the cytoplasm of the cells. Conclusions Pancreatic islet β cells produce monocyte chemoattractantprotein-1 in NOD mice. Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 may play an important part in the pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes by attracting monocytes/macrophages to infiltrate pancreatic islets.