Unveiling expression patterns,mechanisms,and therapeutic opportunities of transmembrane protein 106C:From pan-cancers to hepatocellular carcinoma

BACKGROUND Although transmembrane protein 106C(TMEM106C)has been elucidated to be overexpressed in cancers,its underlying mechanisms have not yet been fully understood.AIM To investigate the expression levels and molecular mechanisms of TMEM106C across 34 different cancer types,including liver hepatocellular carcinoma(LIHC).METHODS We analyzed TMEM106C expression patterns in pan-cancers using microenvironment cell populations counter to evaluate its association with the tumor microenvironment.Gene set enrichment analysis was conducted to identify molecular pathways related to TMEM106C.Chromatin immunoprecipitation followed by sequencing(ChIP-seq)analysis was conducted to identify upstream transcriptional regulators of TMEM106C.In LIHC,we examined mRNA profiles,performed in-house quantitative polymerase chain reaction,immunohistochemistry,and constructed a co-expression gene network.Functional assays,including cell counting kit-8,cell cycle,apoptosis,migration,and invasion,were conducted.The effect of nitidine chloride(NC)on LIHC xenograft was evaluated through RNA sequencing and molecular docking.Finally,potential therapeutic agents targeting TMEM106C were predicted.RESULTS TMEM106C was significantly overexpressed in 27 different cancer types and presaged poor prognosis in four of these types,including LIHC.Across pan-cancers,TMEM106C was inversely correlated to the abundances of immune and stromal cells.Furthermore,TMEM106C was significantly linked to cell cycle and DNA replication pathways in pan-cancers.ChIP-seq analysis predicted CCCTC-binding factor as a pivotal transcriptional factor targeting the TMEM106C gene in pan-cancers.Integrated analysis showed that TMEM106C was upregulated in 4657 LIHC compared with 3652 normal liver tissue[combined standardized mean difference=1.31(1.09,1.52)].Inhouse LIHC samples verified the expression status of TMEM106C.Higher TMEM106C expression signified worse survival conditions in LIHC patients treated with sorafenib,a tyrosine kinase inhibitor(TKI).Co-expressed analysis revealed that TMEM106C were significantly enriched in the cell cycle pathway.Knockout experiments demonstrated that TMEM106C plays a crucial role in LIHC cell proliferation,migration,and invasion,with cell cycle arrest occurring at the DNA synthesis phase,and increased apoptosis.Notably,TMEM106C upregulation was attenuated by NC treatment.Finally,TMEM106C expression levels were significantly correlated with the drug sensitivity of anti-hepatocellular carcinoma agents,including JNJ-42756493,a TKI agent.CONCLUSION Overexpressed TMEM106C was predicted as an oncogene in pan-cancers,which may serve as a promising therapeutic target for various cancers,including LIHC.Targeting TMEM106C could potentially offer a novel direction in overcoming TKI resistance specifically in LIHC.Future research directions include in-depth experimental validation and exploration of TMEM106C’s role in other cancer types.

Transmembrane channel-like 5 drives hepatocellular carcinoma progression by regulating epithelial-mesenchymal transition

BACKGROUND Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is a difficult cancer to manage due to its highly invasive and metastatic nature.AIM To investigate the molecular function of transmembrane channel-like 5(TMC5)in vitro and in vivo,with the objective of identifying novel diagnosis and treatment targets for HCC.METHODS The expression of TMC in cancer and normal tissues,along with its correlation with HCC prognosis,was analyzed using the GENT2,GEPIA database,and Human Protein Atlas.COX analysis was conducted to assess the relationship between TMC5 expression and overall survival in TCGA-LIHC patients.Further experiments were conducted to investigate the effect of TMC5 in cancer progression through loss-and gain-of-function assays in vitro and in vivo.RESULTS Bioinformatics revealed that TMC5 expression was generally higher in tumors than in normal tissues,and its expression was associated with poorer patient survival outcomes.TMC5 expression in HCC tissues and cells was consistent with the results of the bioinformatics analysis.Suppression of TMC5 expression reduced migration,invasion,and proliferation,while also decreasing the expression of epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT)-associated molecules in MHCC97-LM3 cells.Conversely,higher TMC5 expression significantly increased cell migration,invasion,proliferation,and EMT in MHCC97 L cells.TMC5 knockdown significantly decreased both the formation and spread of nodules in liver tissue,whereas TMC5 overexpression promoted them.CONCLUSION Our study provides compelling evidence that TMC5 is highly expressed in HCC and drives cancer progression through the activation of EMT-mediated invasion.TMC5 could represent a valuable molecular target for the diagnosis and treatment of HCC.

Comparison of Cell Deaths Induced by Transmembrane and Secretory TNF-α

Our previous study showed that transmembrane TNF-α （TM-TNF-α） had broader tumoricidal spectrum than secretory TNF-α （s-TNF-α）. This study examined the difference between the two kinds of TNF-α in inducing cells and the relationship between the apoptosis induced by TM-TNF-α and the cell cycle. Bioassay was employed to compare the cytotoxic effect of two kinds of TNF-α on cell lines L-929 and HepG2. TUNEL was used to detect apoptosis and the TdT and PI co-staining were used for determining the phase of apoptotic cells. Our results showed that TM-TNF-α could kill not only s-TNF-sensitive L929 cells but also s-TNF-tolerant HepG2 cells. TM-TNF-α predominantly induced apoptosis while s-TNF could induce both apoptosis and necrosis. The apoptosis of L-929 cells induced by TM-TNF-α mainly occurred in S phase and the apoptosis of HepG2 predominantly took place in G1 phase. It is concluded that the cytotoxic effects of the two TNF differ substantially. Since TM-TNF-α works locally, mainly induces apoptosis and has broader anti-tumor spectrum, it may be more effective for the treatment of tumor than s-TNF.

Correlation of Cytotoxic Effect of Transmembrane and Secretory TNF-α to Cell Cycle

This study was aimed to examine the correlation of the cytotoxic effects induced by two types of TNF-α to cell cycle. Hoechst 33342 and PI were used to detect the morphological changes in the cell death induced by the two types of TNF-α. TdT and PI co-staining was performed to determine the phase of cell cycle of apoptotic cells. L929 cells in different phases of cell cycle were further synchronized and their sensitivity to the two types of TNF-α was observed. Our results showed that the apoptosis of HepG2 cells triggered by tm-TNF-α mainly occurred in G1 phase while in HL-60, Raji and K562 cell lines it mainly took place in S phase. The apoptosis of L929 cells induced by tm-TNF-α mainly occurred in S phase while the apoptosis induced by s-TNF-α mainly appeared in G1 phase. L929 cells were sensitive to s-TNF-α when synchronized in G1 phase (cytotoxicity 49.8%) while their sensi-tivity to tm-TNF-α was highest in S phase (45.7%) and G1/S phase (cytotoxicity 40.6%). It was concluded that tm-TNF-α-induced apoptosis of different target cells took place in different phases of cell cycle. The apoptosis of the specific cell line induced by the two types of TNF-α occurred in different phases of cell cycle. The sensitivity of the specific cell line to the two types of TNF-α was correlated with the phase of cell cycle.

Inflammatory response in gastrointestinal cancers:Overview of six transmembrane epithelial antigens of the prostate in pathophysiology and clinical implications

Chronic inflammation is known to increase the risk of gastrointestinal cancers(GICs),the common solid tumors worldwide.Precancerous lesions,such as chronic atrophic inflammation and ulcers,are related to inflammatory responses in vivo and likely to occur in hyperplasia and tumorigenesis.Unfortunately,due to the lack of effective therapeutic targets,the prognosis of patients with GICs is still unsatisfactory.Interestingly,it is found that six transmembrane epithelial antigens of the prostate(STEAPs),a group of metal reductases,are significantly associated with the progression of malignancies,playing a crucial role in systemic metabolic homeostasis and inflammatory responses.The structure and functions of STEAPs suggest that they are closely related to intracellular oxidative stress,responding to inflammatory reactions.Under the imbalance status of abnormal oxidative stress,STEAP members are involved in cell transformation and the development of GICs by inhibiting or activating inflammatory process.This review focuses on STEAPs in GICs along with exploring their potential molecular regulatory mechanisms,with an aim to provide a theoretical basis for diagnosis and treatment strategies for patients suffering from these types of cancers.

Effect of rhTNF-α on Mitochondrial Transmembrane Potential and Motility of Human Sperm in vitro by Flow Cytometry and Computer Aided of Semen Analysis

To evaluate effect of recombined human tumor necrosis factor （rhTNF- α） on mitochondrial transmembrane potential and motility of human sperm in vitro Methods Semen samples for study were obtained from 40 health men （average age 26 ± 1.2 years） with normal semen analysis. Sperm suspension with computer aided of semen analysis （CASA） technique; 2） were stained in the presence of 10 μg/ml Rh123 and PI, mitochondrial transmembrane potential of those was analyzed by flow cytometry （FCM）. Results Significant differences were found between experimental groups and control groups on viability, straight line velocity, curvilinear velocity, average path velocity, progressive motility of human sperm and number of sperm with normal mitochondrial transmembrane potential （P〈0.01） expect final concentration 30 pg/ml group （P〉0. 05）. Sperm motility lowed with increasing rhTNF-α concentration and incubating time （P〈0. 01）. Number of sperm with normal mitochondrial transmembrane potential decreased with increasing rhTNF-α concentration and incubating time （P〈0.01）. Conclusion rh TNF-α can decrease human sperm motility function in vitro, which can interfere the function of human sperm mitochondrial transmembrane potential and may inhibit sperm mitochondrial enzymatic activities.

Transmembrane serine protease 4 expression in the prognosis of radical resection for biliary tract cancer

BACKGROUND Recent advancements in biliary tract cancer(BTC)treatment have expanded beyond surgery to include adjuvant therapy,yet the prognosis remains poor.Identifying prognostic biomarkers could enhance the assessment of patients who have undergone radical resection for BTC.AIM To determine transmembrane serine protease 4(TMPRSS4)utility as a prognostic biomarker of radical resection for BTC.METHODS Medical records of patients who underwent radical resection for BTC,excluding intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma,were retrospectively reviewed.The associations between TMPRSS4 expression and clinicopathological factors,overall survival,and recurrence-free survival were analyzed.RESULTS Among the 85 patients undergoing radical resection for BTC,46(54%)were TMPRSS4-positive.The TMPRSS4-positive group exhibited significantly higher preoperative carbohydrate antigen 19-9(CA19-9)values and greater lymphatic invasion than the TMPRSS4-negative group(P=0.019 and 0.039,respectively).Postoperative overall survival and recurrence-free survival were significantly worse in the TMPRSS4-positive group(median survival time:25.3 months vs not reached,P<0.001;median survival time:28.7 months vs not reached,P=0.043,respectively).Multivariate overall survival analysis indicated TMPRSS4 positivity,pT3/T4,and resection status R1 were independently associated with poor prognosis(P=0.032,0.035 and 0.030,respectively).TMPRSS4 positivity correlated with preoperative CA19-9 values≥37 U/mL and pathological tumor size≥30 mm(P=0.016 and 0.038,respectively).CONCLUSION TMPRSS4 is a potential prognostic biomarker of radical resection for BTC.

Potential role of transmembrane 9 superfamily member 1 as a biomarker in urothelial cancer

Bladder cancer is a urological tumor with high rates of recurrence despite recent advances in novel therapies.Many proteins involved in the molecular mechanisms are currently an enigma,especially the transmembrane 9 superfamily member 1 which has an unclear function.Wei et al published the function and mechanism of this protein,and showed that it could participate in the proliferation,migration and invasion of tumor cells in bladder cancer,therefore treatments directed against this protein may be beneficial in avoiding this condition.

Six transmembrane epithelial antigens of the prostate to illustrate inflammatory response in gastrointestinal cancers

Gastrointestinal cancer(GIC)is a common and widespread form of tumor,with colonoscopy and upper gastrointestinal endoscopy available to detect relevant precancerous polyps and lesions.However,many patients are already in the late stages when first diagnosed with such cancer,resulting in a poor prognosis.Thus,it is necessary to explore new methods and research directions in order to improve the treatment of GIC.Given the specific nature of the gastrointestinal tract,research should focus on the mechanisms of various inflammations and the interactions between food entering and exiting from the gastrointestinal tract and cancer cells.Interestingly,six transmembrane epithelial antigens of the prostates(STEAPs)have been found to be significantly linked to the progression of malignant tumors,associated with intracellular oxidative stress and playing a major role in inflammation with their structure and function.This paper explores the mechanism of STEAPs in the inflammatory response of GIC,providing a theoretical basis for the prevention and early intervention of GIC.The basic properties of the STEAP family as metal reductase are also explained.When it comes to intervention for GIC prevention,STEAPs can affect the activity of Fe^(3+),Cu^(2+) reductase and regulate metal ion uptake in vivo,participating in inflammation-related iron and copper homeostasis.Thus,the mechanism of STEAPs on inflammation is of important value in the prevention of GIC.

Understanding the role of transmembrane 9 superfamily member 1 in bladder cancer pathogenesis

In this editorial we comment on the article by Wei et al,published in the recent issue of the World Journal of Clinical Oncology.The authors investigated the role of Transmembrane 9 superfamily member 1(TM9SF1)protein in bladder cancer(BC)carcinogenesis.Lentiviral vectors were used to achieve silencing or overexpression of TM9SF1 gene in three BC cell lines.These cell lines were then subject to cell counting kit 8,wound-healing assay,transwell assay,and flow cytometry.Proliferation,migration,and invasion of BC cells were increased in cell lines subjected to TM9SF1 overexpression.TM9SF1 silencing inhibited proliferation,migration and invasion of BC cells.The authors conclude that TM9SF1 may be an oncogene in bladder cancer pathogenesis.

Low Level of Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Is Associated with Human Sperm Autophagy and Vitality

Low sperm motility is one of the main causes of male infertility. Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR, an anion channel protein) is related to the progressive motility of sperm. CFTR disruptor CFTRinh-172 or forskolin (FSK) in this study were used to treat human sperm separately, and the rates of sperm autophagy and progressive motility, mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) and ATP concentration, and the expression levels of related factors were detected to explore their relationship. It was showed that sperms treated with CFTRinh-172 or FSK reduced the levels of cAMP, CFTR and PKA, but increased sperm autophagy rate, expression levels of AMPK and LC3B. However, reactive oxygen species content had no significant difference. It was indicated that low level of CFTR performed with cAMP and its downstream effectors such as PKA and AMPK to regulate mitochondrial structure and function, leading to increased autophagy rate and reduced vitality of sperm.

老年脑梗死后继发癫痫与脑电图NSE及TNF-α水平的关系研究

目的:研究老年脑梗死后继发癫痫与EEG、NSE及TNF-α水平的关系。方法:对2020年7月至2023年7月于我院收治的脑梗死患者102例行回顾性数据收集。依据患者有无继发癫痫分为脑梗死癫痫组61例、单纯脑梗死组41例。另选取同时期体检各项正常者、且近期未使用纤溶活性药物者56例为对照组。比较脑梗死癫痫组、单纯脑梗死组EEG异常情况、比较对照组、脑梗死癫痫组、单纯脑梗死组EEG异常情况NSE及TNF-α水平。比较脑梗死癫痫组不同发作形式及发作类型EEG异常情况、NSE及TNF-α水平。分析NSE及TNF-α水平与脑梗死癫痫组EEG严重程度的关系。结果:脑梗死癫痫组EEG总异常率、NSE及TNF-α水平高于单纯脑梗死组(P<0.05)。脑梗死癫痫组中癫痫持续状态EEG异常率、NSE及TNF-α水平均高于一次发作(P<0.05)。脑梗死癫痫组中复杂部分性发作EEG异常率、NSE及TNF-α水平均高于单纯部分性发作、全身强直阵挛性发作(P<0.05)。随着EEG严重程度增高,NSE及TNF-α水平也逐渐升高(P<0.05)。结论:EEG可成为诊断老年脑梗死后继发癫痫及辅助确定癫痫类型的重要工具;老年脑梗死后继发癫痫发展过程与NSE、TNF-α存在一定关系,对预测、预防该疾病具有潜在的临床意义,为理解该疾病发病机制、治疗提供了新的思路。

Study on the Knockout and the Soluble Prokaryotic Expression of VP5 Protein Transmembrane Region of IBDV

[Objective] The research aimed to construct the prokaryotic expression vector of VP5 protein of IBDV.The transmembrane region sequence of VP5 protein was knocked out.Moreover,the expression,separation and purification of objective protein were carried out.[Method] PCR technology was used to respectively amplify the extracellular and intracellular fragments of VP5 gene of IBDV.Then,the two fragments were simultaneously linked to pET-28b（＋）,and it was the vector-intracellular fragment-extracellular fragment-vector.The recombinant expression plasmid pET-VP5-FC and the improved pET-VP5-SC of VP5 whose transmembrane region gene fragment was knocked out were constructed.Then,the expression plasmid was transformed into BL21（DE3）.After IPTG induction,the recombinant protein was purified by Ni affinity chromatography and the gel filtration chromatography.[Result] The soluble expressed VP5 of IBDV was obtained.[Conclusion] The research laid the foundation for further studying the structure and function of VP5 protein.

Effect of Quercetin on the Proliferation and Mitochondrial Transmembrane Potential of CBRH-7919 Cells

[Objective] To investigate the effect of quercetin on the proliferation and mitochondrial transmembrane potential of CBRH-7919 cells. [Method] The CBRH-7919 cells of hepatocarcinoma were cultured in vitro. After treated with different concentrations of quercetin, the OD405 nm of CBRH-7919 cells was detected by using the acid phosphatase assy （APA）; morphologic changes of the cells were observed under inverted microscope; the mitochondrial transmembrane potential （△ψm） intensity changes of CBRH-7919 cells were analyzed by flow cytometry after stained with Rhodamine 123. [Result] Quercetin inhibited the proliferation of CBRH-7919 cells significantly, and the growth inhibitory effect presented time- and dose-dependent relationship. Typical decrease of cell density was observed by optical microscopy on the quercetin-treated cells. With the effect of 10 μg/ml quercetin on CBRH-7919 cells for 12, 24 and 48 h, the percentage of Rhodamine 123 stained hypofluorescence cells increased, while the mitochondrial transmembrane potential（△ψm） intensity of CBRH-7919 cells decreased. [Conclusion] Quercetin could inhibit the proliferation of CBRH-7919 cells in vitro, causing the decrease in mitochondrial transmembrane potential.

血清IL-6、PCT、TNF-α与GBS感染孕妇不良妊娠结局的关系

目的分析血清白介素-6(IL-6)、降钙素原(PCT)、肿瘤坏死因子-α(TNF-α)与B族链球菌(GBS)感染孕妇不良妊娠结局的关系。方法选取2020年5月至2022年3月于首都医科大学附属北京天坛医院进行产检以及生产的125例GBS感染孕妇为研究对象(GBS组),另选取同期收治的健康产妇100名为对照组。对比GBS组、对照组血清IL-6、PCT、TNF-α水平;比较两组妊娠结局;分析影响GBS感染孕妇不良妊娠结局的单因素;采用多元Logistic回归分析影响GBS感染孕妇不良妊娠结局的危险因素。结果对照组IL-6、PCT、TNF-α水平均低于GBS组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);对照组早产、胎膜早破、胎儿窘迫、新生儿GBS感染以及新生儿病理性黄疸的发生率均低于GBS组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);经检查、追踪发现,GBS组有37例产妇有不良妊娠结局,88例产妇为正常妊娠结局;不良妊娠结局组与正常妊娠结局组孕周、是否为初产妇等指标比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);两组年龄、GBS感染分级、血清IL-6、PCT、TNF-α水平比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);经多元Logistic回归分析显示:年龄≥35岁、GBS感染分级为GBS带菌或GBS性绒毛膜羊膜炎、IL-6>0.463 ng/L、PCT≥0.5 ng/mL、TNF-α≥30 fmol/mL均是影响GBS感染孕妇不良妊娠结局的危险因素(P<0.05)。结论血清IL-6、PCT、TNF-α水平在GBS感染产妇不良妊娠结局患者中呈升高状态,三指标可作为监测、预防GBS感染产妇不良妊娠结局的重要指标。

关节镜半月板治疗膝骨关节炎对治疗有效率、VAS评分、HSS评分及TNF-α指标水平的应用研究

目的分析关节镜半月板治疗膝骨关节炎对治疗有效率、VAS评分、HSS评分及TNF-α指标水平的影响。方法选择2019年6月—2020年5月在我院进行治疗的86例因半月板损伤引起膝骨关节炎的患者作为研究对象,根据患者的意愿选择治疗方式,其中43例选择常规保守治疗的患者纳入对照组,另外43例选择关节镜半月板治疗的患者纳入研究组。对两组患者的治疗有效率、视觉模拟评分法(VAS)评分、HSS膝关节评分及肿瘤坏死因子-α(TNF-α)指标水平进行比较。结果研究组的治疗有效率显著高于对照组(P<0.05);研究组与对照组在治疗前的VAS评分、HSS评分、TNF-α水平进行比较均无显著差异(P>0.05),两组经治疗后的VAS评分、HSS评分及TNF-α水平均得到了改善,研究组在治疗后的VAS评分、TNF-α指标水平均低于对照组(P<0.05),HSS评分高于对照组(P<0.05)。结论对膝骨关节炎患者采取关节镜半月板治疗,具有显著效果,可有效减轻患者的疼痛程度与炎症反应,提升膝关节功能。

糖尿病视网膜病变患者SDF-1、HO-1及MDA水平变化及与IL-6、TNF-α、CRP的相关性

目的 分析糖尿病视网膜病变(DR)患者基质细胞衍生因子(SDF-1)、血红素加氧酶-1(HO-1)及丙二醛(MDA)水平变化及与白介素-6(IL-6)、肿瘤坏死因子(TNF-α)、C反应蛋白(CRP)的相关性。方法 选取2020年5月至2023年1月解放军总医院收治的131例DR患者为DR组,另选取同期在本院住院的2型糖尿病患者100例为非DR组。比较两组SDF-1、HO-1、MDA水平;比较两组IL-6、TNF-α、CRP水平;比较不同分期DR患者SDF-1、HO-1、MDA水平;采用Logistic回归分析影响DR发生的相关因素,分析DR组患者SDF-1、HO-1、MDA水平与IL-6、TNF-α、CRP的相关性。结果 DR组SDF-1、HO-1水平比非DR组低,MDA水平比非DR组高,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);DR组IL-6、TNF-α、CRP水平均比非DR组高,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);SDF-1、HO-1水平:Ⅰ~Ⅱ期>Ⅲ~Ⅳ期>Ⅴ~Ⅵ期,MDA水平:Ⅰ~Ⅱ期<Ⅲ~Ⅳ期<Ⅴ~Ⅵ期,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);经Logistic多因素分析显示,性别为女、BMI≥24 km/m2、合并患有高血压、高血脂、IL-6>1.17 mg/mL、TNF-α>30 ng/L、CRP>10 ng/mL、SDF-1>2 ng/mL、HO-1<125 ng/mL、MDA>4.06μmol/mL均是影响DR发生的独立危险因素(P<0.05);血清炎性因子IL-6、TNF-α、CRP与SDF-1、HO-1呈负相关,与MDA呈正相关,且均为中度相关(P<0.05)。结论 SDF-1、HO-1、MDA、IL-6、CRP、TNF-α水平与DR的发生、发展有一定关系,通过检测上述指标水平可为进一步探讨DR的发病机制和治疗方法提供新的思路。

黄芩苷对干酵母致热大鼠的解热作用及血清TNF-α、IL-1β、IL-6、PGE_(2)、cAMP和脑组织NF-κB表达的影响

目的:观察黄芩苷对干酵母致热大鼠的解热作用并探讨其作用机制。方法:采用背部皮下注射干酵母构建大鼠发热模型,SD雄性大鼠随机分为正常对照,模型组,阳性组(阿司匹林,0.1 g/kg),黄芩苷高、中、低剂量组(160、80、40 mg/kg),连续给药3 d,测定各组大鼠肛温的变化;酶联免疫法(ELISA)检测血清肿瘤坏死因子-α(TNF-α)、白介素-1β(IL-1β)、白细胞介素-6(IL-6)、前列腺素E_(2)(PGE_(2))与环磷酸腺苷(cAMP)水平;Western Blot检测各组大鼠脑组织NF-κB p65(核转录因子-κB p65)蛋白表达。结果:黄芩苷高剂量组有显著解热效果(P<0.01),黄芩苷各剂量组均可不同程度降低大鼠血清TNF-α、IL-1β、IL-6、PGE 2和cAMP含量;与正常组比较,模型组脑组织NF-κB p65蛋白表达增多,黄芩苷高剂量组可明显降低大鼠脑组织NF-κB p65表达(P<0.05)。结论:黄芩苷可显著性降低干酵母引起的体温升高,解热机制可能与抑制TNF-α、IL-1β、IL-6、PGE_(2)与cAMP的分泌和减少脑组织NF-κB p65蛋白表达有关。

血清TNF-α、HIF-1α水平与纤维化性间质性肺病相关性分析

目的 探究血清TNF-α、HIF-1α水平及纤维化性间质性肺病患者肺纤维化评分与肺功能的相关性,为进一步探索巨噬细胞极化相关细胞因子在纤维化性间质性肺病中的作用提供新的思绪。方法 本文前瞻性收集2022年4月至2022年12月安徽医科大学第一附属医院住院治疗的纤维化性间质性肺病患者临床资料30例作为研究组,同期健康体检的研究志愿者15例作为对照组。比较两组的一般资料,血清中TNF-α、HIF-1α的水平,对两组血清中有差异的细胞因子水平及肺纤维化评分与肺功能进行相关性分析。结果 1.两组之间年龄、性别比较,差异均不具有统计学意义(P>0.05);2.研究组血清TNF-α水平高于对照者,差异均具有统计学意义(P<0.05),血清HIF-1α水平低于对照组,差异具有统计学意义(P<0.05);3.研究组患者的肺纤维化评分与肺功能中的D_(L)CO(%)呈显著负相关(P<0.05)。结论 纤维化性间质性肺疾病患者血清TNF-α水平高于健康者,而HIF-1α水平低于对照组,研究组肺纤维化评分与D_(L)CO(%)呈现负相关性,此结果为进一步探究巨噬细胞极化相关因子与纤维化性间质性肺病的关系提供了参考信息。

“脾肾相赞”理论探讨不同治法对大鼠骨髓间充质干细胞成肌分化中TNF-α、JNK含量影响

目的在“脾肾相赞”理论指导下,比较不同中医治法对大鼠BMSCs成肌分化及过程中TNF-α、JNK蛋白表达的影响,分析中医治疗骨质疏松症的机制。方法将大鼠分为正常组、诱导组、补肾组、健脾组、补肾健脾组(随机数字表法),制备含药血清,选取第4代BMSCs进行实验,运用免疫荧光法分析各组成肌分化情况,酶联免疫吸附法检测TNF-α、JNK蛋白表达量。结果①BMSCs经诱导15d后,通过免疫荧光化学染色法检测MyoG荧光平均强度,结果显示:各组均显著高于正常组(P<0.01),补肾健脾组最高。②TNF-α蛋白检测:补肾组、补肾健脾组显著低于正常组(P<0.01)。③JNK蛋白检测:各组显著低于正常组(P<0.01)。结论①各治法中,补肾健脾法对大鼠BMSCs成肌分化的促进效果最佳,为通过脾肾、肌骨双方向治疗OP提供可能。②各中医治法均对大鼠BMSCs的成肌分化存在促进作用,这可能与降低TNF-α、JNK水平有关。