Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 2(LRP2)is a multifunctional endocytic receptor expressed in epithelial cells.In mammals,it acts as an endocytic receptor that mediates the cellular uptake of cholestero...Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 2(LRP2)is a multifunctional endocytic receptor expressed in epithelial cells.In mammals,it acts as an endocytic receptor that mediates the cellular uptake of cholesterol-containing apolipoproteins to maintain lipid homeostasis.However,little is known about the role of LRP2 in lipid homeostasis in insects.In the present study,we investigated the function of LRP2 in the migratory locust Locusta migratoria(LmLRP2).The mRNA of LmLRP2 is widely distributed in various tissues,including integument,wing pads,foregut,midgut,hindgut,Malpighian tubules and fat body,and the amounts of LmLRP2 transcripts decreased gradually in the early stages and then increased in the late stages before ecdysis during the nymphal developmental stage.Fluorescence immunohistochemistry revealed that the LmLRP2 protein is mainly located in cellular membranes of the midgut and hindgut.Using RNAi to silence LmLRP2 caused molting defects in nymphs(more than 60%),and the neutral lipid was found to accumulate in the midgut and surface of the integument,but not in the fat body,of dsLmLRP2-treated nymphs.The results of a lipidomics analysis showed that the main components of lipids(diglyceride and triglyceride)were significantly increased in the midgut,but decreased in the fat body and hemolymph.Furthermore,the content of total triglyceride was significantly increased in the midgut,but markedly decreased in the fat body and hemolymph in dsLmLRP2-injected nymphs.Our results indicate that LmLRP2 is located in the cellular membranes of midgut cells,and is required for lipid export from the midgut to the hemolymphand fat body in locusts.展开更多
Objective To investigate the association between low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 5 （LRPS） variants （rs12363572 and rs4930588） and type 2 diabetes mellitus （T2DM） in Han Chinese. Methods A total ...Objective To investigate the association between low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 5 （LRPS） variants （rs12363572 and rs4930588） and type 2 diabetes mellitus （T2DM） in Han Chinese. Methods A total of 1842 T2DM cases （507 newly diagnosed cases and 1335 previously diagnosed cases） and 7777 controls were included in this case-control study. PCR-RFLP was conducted to detect the genotype of the two single nucleotide polymorphisms （SNPs）. Odds ratios （ORs） and 95% confidence intervals （95% CIs） were calculated to describe the strength of the association by logistic regression. Results In the study subjects, neither rs12363572 nor rs4930588 was significantly associated with T2DM, even after adjusting for relevant covariates. When stratified by body mass index （BMI）, the two SNPs were also not associated with T2DM. Among the 3 common haplotypes, only haplotype ~ was associated with reduced risk of T2DM （OR 0.820, 95% CI 0.732-0.919）. In addition, rs12363572 was associated with BMI （P〈0.001） and rs4930588 was associated with triglyceride levels （P=0.043） in 507 newly diagnosed T2DM cases but not in healthy controls. Conclusion No LRP5 variant was found to be associated with T2DM in Han Chinese, but haplotype TT was found to be associated with T2DM.展开更多
Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 1(LRP1,also known as CD91),a multifunctional endocytic and cell signaling receptor,is widely expressed on the surface of multiple cell types such as hepatocytes,fibrobl...Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 1(LRP1,also known as CD91),a multifunctional endocytic and cell signaling receptor,is widely expressed on the surface of multiple cell types such as hepatocytes,fibroblasts,neurons,astrocytes,macrophages,smooth muscle cells,and malignant cells.Emerging in vitro and in vivo evidence demonstrates that LRP1 is critically involved in many processes that drive tumorigenesis and tumor progression.For example,LRP1 not only promotes tumor cell migration and invasion by regulating matrix metalloproteinase(MMP)-2and MMP-9 expression and functions but also inhibits cell apoptosis by regulating the insulin receptor,the serine/threonine protein kinase signaling pathway,and the expression of Caspase-3.LRPI-mediated phosphorylation of the extracellular signal-regulated kinase pathway and c-jun N-terminal kinase are also involved in tumor cell proliferation and invasion.In addition,LRP1 has been shown to be down-regulated by microRNA-205 and methylation of LRP1CpG islands.Furthermore,a novel fusion gene,LRP1-SNRNP25,promotes osteosarcoma cell invasion and migration.Only by understanding the mechanisms of these effects can we develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for cancers mediated by LRP1.展开更多
目的探讨微小RNA-370-3p(miR-370-3p)和低密度脂蛋白受体相关蛋白6(LRP6)对胎儿生长受限(FGR)孕妇的临床诊断价值。方法选取2020年6月—2022年6月期间产检并确诊为FGR的孕妇96例为观察组,另选取同期产检的健康孕妇96例作为对照组,记录...目的探讨微小RNA-370-3p(miR-370-3p)和低密度脂蛋白受体相关蛋白6(LRP6)对胎儿生长受限(FGR)孕妇的临床诊断价值。方法选取2020年6月—2022年6月期间产检并确诊为FGR的孕妇96例为观察组,另选取同期产检的健康孕妇96例作为对照组,记录两组分娩孕周、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、新生儿体重、胎盘质量,依据美国妇产科学院(ACOG)标准将观察组划分为FGR组、严重FGR组。qRT-PCR法检测血清miR-370-3p和LRP6 mRNA表达水平;血清miR-370-3p和LRP6 mRNA水平与分娩孕周、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、新生儿体重、胎盘质量的相关性采用Pearson法分析;miR-370-3p和LRP6 mRNA对FGR的诊断价值采用ROC曲线评估。结果两组孕妇年龄、分娩孕周、是否初产的比例差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);观察组miR-370-3p显著高于对照组,LRP6显著低于对照组(P<0.05);严重FGR组miR-370-3p显著高于FGR组,LRP6显著低于FGR组(P<0.05);对照组与观察组新生儿体重、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分及胎盘质量之间差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);miR-370-3p与LRP6之间呈负相关(r=-0.692,P<0.05),miR-370-3p与分娩孕周、新生儿体重、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、胎盘质量均呈负相关(r=-0.401、-0.382、-0.425、-0.484、-0.504,均P<0.05),LRP6与分娩孕周、新生儿体重、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、胎盘质量均呈正相关(r=0.306、0.412、0.512、0.612、0.419,均P<0.05);ROC曲线显示,miR-370-3p对FGR诊断的AUC为0.877(95%CI:0.821~0.919),截断值为1.40,其敏感度、特异性分别为67.71%、93.75%;LRP6对FGR诊断的AUC为0.838(95%CI:0.778~0.887),截断值为0.83,其敏感度、特异性分别为84.37%、71.87%;二者联合对FGR诊断的AUC为0.923(95%CI:0.875~0.956),明显高于二者单独诊断(Z联合vs miR-370-3P=2.811、P=0.005;Z联合vs LRP6=3.372、P=0.001),其敏感度、特异性分别为85.42%、87.50%。结论FGR患者血清miR-370-3p高表达、LRP6低表达,二者联合对FGR具有一定诊断价值。展开更多
Alzheimer's disease,the primary cause of dementia,is characterized by neuropathologies,such as amyloid plaques,synaptic and neuronal degeneration,and neurofibrillary tangles.Although amyloid plaques are the primar...Alzheimer's disease,the primary cause of dementia,is characterized by neuropathologies,such as amyloid plaques,synaptic and neuronal degeneration,and neurofibrillary tangles.Although amyloid plaques are the primary characteristic of Alzheimer's disease in the central nervous system and peripheral organs,targeting amyloid-beta clearance in the central nervous system has shown limited clinical efficacy in Alzheimer's disease treatment.Metabolic abnormalities are commonly observed in patients with Alzheimer's disease.The liver is the primary peripheral organ involved in amyloid-beta metabolism,playing a crucial role in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's disease.Notably,impaired cholesterol metabolism in the liver may exacerbate the development of Alzheimer's disease.In this review,we explore the underlying causes of Alzheimer's disease and elucidate the role of the liver in amyloid-beta clearance and cholesterol metabolism.Furthermore,we propose that restoring normal cholesterol metabolism in the liver could represent a promising therapeutic strategy for addressing Alzheimer's disease.展开更多
Objective Intrauterine growth restriction followed by postnatal catch-up growth(CG-IUGR)increases the risk of insulin resistance-related diseases.Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 6(LRP6)plays a substan...Objective Intrauterine growth restriction followed by postnatal catch-up growth(CG-IUGR)increases the risk of insulin resistance-related diseases.Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 6(LRP6)plays a substantial role in glucose metabolism.However,whether LRP6 is involved in the insulin resistance of CG-IUGR is unclear.This study aimed to explore the role of LRP6 in insulin signaling in response to CG-IUGR.Methods The CG-IUGR rat model was established via a maternal gestational nutritional restriction followed by postnatal litter size reduction.The mRNA and protein expression of the components in the insulin pathway,LRP6/β-catenin and mammalian target of rapamycin(mTOR)/S6 kinase(S6K)signaling,was determined.Liver tissues were immunostained for the expression of LRP6 andβ-catenin.LRP6 was overexpressed or silenced in primary hepatocytes to explore its role in insulin signaling.Results Compared with the control rats,CG-IUGR rats showed higher homeostasis model assessment for insulin resistance(HOMA-IR)index and fasting insulin level,decreased insulin signaling,reduced mTOR/S6K/insulin receptor substrate-1(IRS-1)serine307 activity,and decreased LRP6/β-catenin in the liver tissue.The knockdown of LRP6 in hepatocytes from appropriate-for-gestational-age(AGA)rats led to reductions in insulin receptor(IR)signaling and mTOR/S6K/IRS-1 serine307 activity.In contrast,LRP6 overexpression in hepatocytes of CG-IUGR rats resulted in elevated IR signaling and mTOR/S6K/IRS-1 serine307 activity.Conclusion LRP6 regulated the insulin signaling in the CG-IUGR rats via two distinct pathways,IR and mTOR-S6K signaling.LRP6 may be a potential therapeutic target for insulin resistance in CG-IUGR individuals.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (2022YFE0196200)the National Natural Science Foundation of China–Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft of Germany (31761133021)+3 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (31970469 and 31701794)the earmarked fund for Modern Agro-industry Technology Research System, China (2023CYJSTX01-20)the Scientific and Technological Innovation Programs of Higher Education Institutions in Shanxi, China (2017104)the Fund for Shanxi “1331 Project”, China
文摘Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 2(LRP2)is a multifunctional endocytic receptor expressed in epithelial cells.In mammals,it acts as an endocytic receptor that mediates the cellular uptake of cholesterol-containing apolipoproteins to maintain lipid homeostasis.However,little is known about the role of LRP2 in lipid homeostasis in insects.In the present study,we investigated the function of LRP2 in the migratory locust Locusta migratoria(LmLRP2).The mRNA of LmLRP2 is widely distributed in various tissues,including integument,wing pads,foregut,midgut,hindgut,Malpighian tubules and fat body,and the amounts of LmLRP2 transcripts decreased gradually in the early stages and then increased in the late stages before ecdysis during the nymphal developmental stage.Fluorescence immunohistochemistry revealed that the LmLRP2 protein is mainly located in cellular membranes of the midgut and hindgut.Using RNAi to silence LmLRP2 caused molting defects in nymphs(more than 60%),and the neutral lipid was found to accumulate in the midgut and surface of the integument,but not in the fat body,of dsLmLRP2-treated nymphs.The results of a lipidomics analysis showed that the main components of lipids(diglyceride and triglyceride)were significantly increased in the midgut,but decreased in the fat body and hemolymph.Furthermore,the content of total triglyceride was significantly increased in the midgut,but markedly decreased in the fat body and hemolymph in dsLmLRP2-injected nymphs.Our results indicate that LmLRP2 is located in the cellular membranes of midgut cells,and is required for lipid export from the midgut to the hemolymphand fat body in locusts.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81072359)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(No.S2013010016791)+1 种基金Science and Technology Development Foundation of Shenzhen(No.JCYJ20120613112221107 and JCYJ20130326110246234)Natural Science Foundation of Shenzhen University(No.801-00035911)
文摘Objective To investigate the association between low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 5 （LRPS） variants （rs12363572 and rs4930588） and type 2 diabetes mellitus （T2DM） in Han Chinese. Methods A total of 1842 T2DM cases （507 newly diagnosed cases and 1335 previously diagnosed cases） and 7777 controls were included in this case-control study. PCR-RFLP was conducted to detect the genotype of the two single nucleotide polymorphisms （SNPs）. Odds ratios （ORs） and 95% confidence intervals （95% CIs） were calculated to describe the strength of the association by logistic regression. Results In the study subjects, neither rs12363572 nor rs4930588 was significantly associated with T2DM, even after adjusting for relevant covariates. When stratified by body mass index （BMI）, the two SNPs were also not associated with T2DM. Among the 3 common haplotypes, only haplotype ~ was associated with reduced risk of T2DM （OR 0.820, 95% CI 0.732-0.919）. In addition, rs12363572 was associated with BMI （P〈0.001） and rs4930588 was associated with triglyceride levels （P=0.043） in 507 newly diagnosed T2DM cases but not in healthy controls. Conclusion No LRP5 variant was found to be associated with T2DM in Han Chinese, but haplotype TT was found to be associated with T2DM.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81372872 to J.Yang,81402215 to X.Du,and 81320108022 to K.Chen)funds from the University Cancer Foundation via the Sister Institution Network Fund at the Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital,Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center,and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centersupported by the program for Innovative Research Team in University in China(IRT1076 to K.Chen)
文摘Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 1(LRP1,also known as CD91),a multifunctional endocytic and cell signaling receptor,is widely expressed on the surface of multiple cell types such as hepatocytes,fibroblasts,neurons,astrocytes,macrophages,smooth muscle cells,and malignant cells.Emerging in vitro and in vivo evidence demonstrates that LRP1 is critically involved in many processes that drive tumorigenesis and tumor progression.For example,LRP1 not only promotes tumor cell migration and invasion by regulating matrix metalloproteinase(MMP)-2and MMP-9 expression and functions but also inhibits cell apoptosis by regulating the insulin receptor,the serine/threonine protein kinase signaling pathway,and the expression of Caspase-3.LRPI-mediated phosphorylation of the extracellular signal-regulated kinase pathway and c-jun N-terminal kinase are also involved in tumor cell proliferation and invasion.In addition,LRP1 has been shown to be down-regulated by microRNA-205 and methylation of LRP1CpG islands.Furthermore,a novel fusion gene,LRP1-SNRNP25,promotes osteosarcoma cell invasion and migration.Only by understanding the mechanisms of these effects can we develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for cancers mediated by LRP1.
文摘目的探讨微小RNA-370-3p(miR-370-3p)和低密度脂蛋白受体相关蛋白6(LRP6)对胎儿生长受限(FGR)孕妇的临床诊断价值。方法选取2020年6月—2022年6月期间产检并确诊为FGR的孕妇96例为观察组,另选取同期产检的健康孕妇96例作为对照组,记录两组分娩孕周、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、新生儿体重、胎盘质量,依据美国妇产科学院(ACOG)标准将观察组划分为FGR组、严重FGR组。qRT-PCR法检测血清miR-370-3p和LRP6 mRNA表达水平;血清miR-370-3p和LRP6 mRNA水平与分娩孕周、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、新生儿体重、胎盘质量的相关性采用Pearson法分析;miR-370-3p和LRP6 mRNA对FGR的诊断价值采用ROC曲线评估。结果两组孕妇年龄、分娩孕周、是否初产的比例差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);观察组miR-370-3p显著高于对照组,LRP6显著低于对照组(P<0.05);严重FGR组miR-370-3p显著高于FGR组,LRP6显著低于FGR组(P<0.05);对照组与观察组新生儿体重、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分及胎盘质量之间差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);miR-370-3p与LRP6之间呈负相关(r=-0.692,P<0.05),miR-370-3p与分娩孕周、新生儿体重、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、胎盘质量均呈负相关(r=-0.401、-0.382、-0.425、-0.484、-0.504,均P<0.05),LRP6与分娩孕周、新生儿体重、1 min Apgar评分、5 min Apgar评分、胎盘质量均呈正相关(r=0.306、0.412、0.512、0.612、0.419,均P<0.05);ROC曲线显示,miR-370-3p对FGR诊断的AUC为0.877(95%CI:0.821~0.919),截断值为1.40,其敏感度、特异性分别为67.71%、93.75%;LRP6对FGR诊断的AUC为0.838(95%CI:0.778~0.887),截断值为0.83,其敏感度、特异性分别为84.37%、71.87%;二者联合对FGR诊断的AUC为0.923(95%CI:0.875~0.956),明显高于二者单独诊断(Z联合vs miR-370-3P=2.811、P=0.005;Z联合vs LRP6=3.372、P=0.001),其敏感度、特异性分别为85.42%、87.50%。结论FGR患者血清miR-370-3p高表达、LRP6低表达,二者联合对FGR具有一定诊断价值。
基金financially supported by the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province,No.2022RC1220(to WP)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation,No.2022M711733(to ZZ)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82160920(to ZZ)Hebei Postdoctoral Scientific Research Project,No.B2022003040(to ZZ)Hunan Flagship Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine(to WP)。
文摘Alzheimer's disease,the primary cause of dementia,is characterized by neuropathologies,such as amyloid plaques,synaptic and neuronal degeneration,and neurofibrillary tangles.Although amyloid plaques are the primary characteristic of Alzheimer's disease in the central nervous system and peripheral organs,targeting amyloid-beta clearance in the central nervous system has shown limited clinical efficacy in Alzheimer's disease treatment.Metabolic abnormalities are commonly observed in patients with Alzheimer's disease.The liver is the primary peripheral organ involved in amyloid-beta metabolism,playing a crucial role in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's disease.Notably,impaired cholesterol metabolism in the liver may exacerbate the development of Alzheimer's disease.In this review,we explore the underlying causes of Alzheimer's disease and elucidate the role of the liver in amyloid-beta clearance and cholesterol metabolism.Furthermore,we propose that restoring normal cholesterol metabolism in the liver could represent a promising therapeutic strategy for addressing Alzheimer's disease.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.82001651 and No.81660268).
文摘Objective Intrauterine growth restriction followed by postnatal catch-up growth(CG-IUGR)increases the risk of insulin resistance-related diseases.Low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 6(LRP6)plays a substantial role in glucose metabolism.However,whether LRP6 is involved in the insulin resistance of CG-IUGR is unclear.This study aimed to explore the role of LRP6 in insulin signaling in response to CG-IUGR.Methods The CG-IUGR rat model was established via a maternal gestational nutritional restriction followed by postnatal litter size reduction.The mRNA and protein expression of the components in the insulin pathway,LRP6/β-catenin and mammalian target of rapamycin(mTOR)/S6 kinase(S6K)signaling,was determined.Liver tissues were immunostained for the expression of LRP6 andβ-catenin.LRP6 was overexpressed or silenced in primary hepatocytes to explore its role in insulin signaling.Results Compared with the control rats,CG-IUGR rats showed higher homeostasis model assessment for insulin resistance(HOMA-IR)index and fasting insulin level,decreased insulin signaling,reduced mTOR/S6K/insulin receptor substrate-1(IRS-1)serine307 activity,and decreased LRP6/β-catenin in the liver tissue.The knockdown of LRP6 in hepatocytes from appropriate-for-gestational-age(AGA)rats led to reductions in insulin receptor(IR)signaling and mTOR/S6K/IRS-1 serine307 activity.In contrast,LRP6 overexpression in hepatocytes of CG-IUGR rats resulted in elevated IR signaling and mTOR/S6K/IRS-1 serine307 activity.Conclusion LRP6 regulated the insulin signaling in the CG-IUGR rats via two distinct pathways,IR and mTOR-S6K signaling.LRP6 may be a potential therapeutic target for insulin resistance in CG-IUGR individuals.
