Several studies suggest that cytokines and neutrophils play an important role in the pathogenesis of acute pancreatitis (AP). the aim of the study was to assess the systemic release of proinflammatory cytokines and WBC (white blood cells) count with differential in patients with acute alcoholic pancreatitis (AAP) and to characterize the differences between patients with mild and severe forms of the disease. Material and methods. Thirty-five patients with the mild form of acute alcoholic pancreatitis (MAAP) were compared to 11 patients with severe acute alcoholic pancreatitis (SAAP). Serum levels of IL-6, IL-8, IL-12p40 and WBC differential count were measured every second day during the first week after admission. Results. During the course of the study, the average level of IL-6 was significantly (p<0.05) higher in patients with SAAP than in patients with the mild form of the disease (MAAP). Serum levels of IL-8 and IL-12p40 on admission were higher in patients with SAAP than in patients with MAAP but the difference was not statistically significant. Of all the types of WBCs, neutrophils were significantly (p<0.05) elevated the entire time in SAAP patients when compared to patients with MAAP on 5th and 7th day from admission to hospital. conclusions. Patients with SAAP had significantly higher proinflammatory cytokine IL-6 levels and neutrophil counts than patients with MAAP. The results suggest that proliferation and overstimulation of this subset of leukocytes might contribute to the development of the systemic inflammatory response in patients with SAAP.
Background: The aim of the study was to designate changes in the expression of HSPA1A, HSPB1 and LDHb in elite rowers after completing a test “till exhaustion” on a rowing ergometer. Finally, we searched for the answer whether there are significant correlations between the expression of the genes and anaerobic threshold (AnT) or the maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max). Material/Methods: The research was conducted on the sample of 9 Polish lightweight male rowers (23.7 ±3.77 yrs, 72.7 ±1.76 kg, 183.6 ±4.58 cm). To determine AnT and VO2max, the subjects performed the test “till exhaustion” with an increasing load on a rowing ergometer. Directly before and after the test, blood samples were collected from the ulnar vein in order to isolate genetic material. RNA was extracted from white cells of venous blood by the chemical method. 2 μg RNA for the reverse transcription was used and the expression of HSPA1A, HSPB1 and LDHb was determined by Real time PCR reaction. To assess the intensity of expression, the ΔΔCt method was used. Results: The study showed an increased expression of HSPA1A and HSPB1 and a decreased one of LDHb. Moreover, post-training changes of the genes activity in white blood cells occurred immediately and could be determined directly after the termination of exertion. Conclusions: No significant correlations between the expression of the genes and anaerobic threshold (AnT), maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) were stated
Several studies suggest that cytokines and neutrophils play an important role in the pathogenesis of acute pancreatitis (AP).The aim of the study was to assess the systemic release of proinflammatory cytokines and WBC (white blood cells) count with differential in patients with acute alcoholic pancreatitis (AAP) and to characterize the differences between patients with mild and severe forms of the disease.Material and methods. Thirty-five patients with the mild form of acute alcoholic pancreatitis (MAAP) were compared to 11 patients with severe acute alcoholic pancreatitis (SAAP). Serum levels of IL-6, IL-8, IL-12p40 and WBC differential count were measured every second day during the first week after admission.Results. During the course of the study, the average level of IL-6 was significantly (p<0.05) higher in patients with SAAP than in patients with the mild form of the disease (MAAP). Serum levels of IL-8 and IL-12p40 on admission were higher in patients with SAAP than in patients with MAAP but the difference was not statistically significant. Of all the types of WBCs, neutrophils were significantly (p<0.05) elevated the entire time in SAAP patients when compared to patients with MAAP on 5th and 7th day from admission to hospital.Conclusions. Patients with SAAP had significantly higher proinflammatory cytokine IL-6 levels and neutrophil counts than patients with MAAP. The results suggest that proliferation and overstimulation of this subset of leukocytes might contribute to the development of the systemic inflammatory response in patients with SAAP.
The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of long-term green tea extract (GTE) supplementation on white blood cells (WBC) in CrossFit-trained and untrained men. Twenty-eight men were recruited for this study including CrossFit-trained (CF-TR) and untrained (CF-UNT) men. The study was carried out in two phases. Phase 1 involved non-supplemented untrained and trained men. Phase 2 involved the same groups but after 6-week supplementation with 2 GTE capsules once daily. Body weight, body composition and the number and percentage of peripheral blood leukocyte populations were assessed in each phase. The results revealed that the long-term green tea supplementation did not have a significant effect on body weight, body composition and the total white blood cell count of the study participants. However, the percentage of peripheral blood eosinophils increased while monocyte and neutrophil counts decreased. The changes in white blood cells were less pronounced in CrossFit-trained compared to control participants. Summing up, it should be noted that long-term GTE supplementation in CrossFit-trained men did not result in significant changes in body weight and composition and the total white blood cell count. However, the changes in leukocyte subsets were less pronounced in CrossFit-trained compared to untrained participants.
Determination of mtDNA copy number in the cell is crucial to understand many cellular processes. Recently, the number of studies with the use of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) content as the determinant of mitochondrial abnormalities increased greatly and is still growing, therefore, optimization of technical conditions for this analysis is crucial. Despite using similar laboratory protocols, some results cannot be compared between research centers, thus causing discrepancies in the assessment of mtDNA content. The aim of this work was to test which conditions of biological sample collection and storage affect estimation of mtDNA level relative to the nuclear DNA (nDNA) in the blood samples and dermal fibroblasts. We found that the time and temperature of sample storage, as well as the type of the blood sample (whole blood or leukocytes) influence the estimate of mtDNA/nDNA ratio in the blood. In the case of dermal fibroblasts collected from healthy control and Huntington disease patients, our data indicate that the passage number of cells is essential to obtain reliable results.
Zewnątrzkomórkowe sieci (ET) stanowią ewolucyjnie stary mechanizm obronny, który funkcjonuje zarówno u wyższych kręgowców ze ssakami na czele, jak i u kręgowców zmiennocieplnych np. ryb, bezkręgowców i najprawdopodobniej u roślin. Struktury ET unieruchamiają patogeny, zabezpieczając organizm przed ich rozprzestrzenianiem się i prawdopodobnie prowadzą do śmierci przynajmniej niektórych z nich. W przypadku leukocytów ssaków stwierdzono, że w powstawanie sieci zaangażowane są różne szlaki molekularne i cząsteczki sygnałowe, np. wolne rodniki tlenowe, jony Ca2+ czy kinazy białkowe. Okazuje się, że formowanie sieci przez komórki immunokompetentne w innych grupach organizmów podlega podobnym regulacjom. W większości przypadków, zarówno u kręgowców, jak i bezkręgowców, ważną rolę w tym procesie odgrywa aktywność oksydazy NADPH oraz związana z nią zdolność do przeprowadzenia wybuchu tlenowego. Strategia obronna związana z produkcją ET bazuje na aktywności poszczególnych komponentów sieci. Występują wśród nich DNA, histony, jak również białka o silnych właściwościach bakteriobójczych np. różnego typu proteazy. Dokładny skład tych struktur może być nieco odmienny u organizmów należących do różnych taksonów, jak również w zależności od rodzaju komórek immunokompetentnych wytwarzających sieci.
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Extracellular traps (ETs) are an evolutionary old mechanism of defense that functions both in higher vertebrates including mammals, lower vertebrates such as fish, in invertebrates and most probably in plants. ET structures immobilize pathogens, protect the body from their spread and possibly lead to the death of some of them. Traps formation in mammalian leukocytes is a complex process involving several molecular pathways and signaling molecules, such as reactive oxygen species (ROS), Ca2+, or protein kinases. Most probably ET formation in immunocompetent cells of non-mamalian species is subjected to similar regulations. In most cases, both in vertebrates and invertebrates, NADPH oxidase activity and consequently ROS production play an important role in this process. ET defense strategy is based on the activity of their specific components such as DNA, histones and bactericidal proteins e.g. different types of proteases. The exact composition of these structures may be slightly different in organisms belonging to different taxa, as well as depends on the type of immunocompetent cells producing the traps.
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a golden standard for treatment of kidney and urinary calculi. It is also widely used in a number of orthopedic pathologies and other fields of medicine. Although clinical success the exact mechanism of shock wave technology is not well established. Cremaster muscle model used in our experiment is structurally and functionally similar to other skeletal muscles (striated muscle).The aim of the study was to evaluate influence of ESWT treatment on microcirculation and leukocyte-endothelial interactions after longer time period post ESWT application.Material and Methods: In experiment we used 34 Lewis rats weighting 125-160 grams. Animals were divided into 4 groups - Group 1 (n=10) control, without ESWT application, group 2 (n=8), in which measurements were performed 3 days after application of 500 impulses of ESWT; group 3 (n=8) in which measurements were performed 7 days after application of 500 impulses of ESWT; group 4 (n=8), in which measurements were performed 21 days after application of 500 impulses of ESWT.Results. The experiment showed a decrease in functional capillaries activity, we also observed the reduction in leukocyte rolling over the endothelium and an increase in flow velocity in V1 venules.Conclusions. ESWT therapy after 3, 7 and 21 days decreases inflammatory process in the muscle, the other of its effect is weakened. This confirms that the treatment had a positive effect if ESWT is applied repeatedly, because only in this case a wave maintains its beneficial effects.
Wprowadzając do organizmu człowieka biomateriał, musimy mieć pewność, że jest on biozgodny (nie cytotoksyczny czy karcynogenny) i że ryzyko aktywacji układu odpornościowego jest niewielkie. Grupa biomateriałów dopuszczonych do użytku medycznego jest obszerna, jednak wiele z nich nie spełnia jednocześnie wszystkich wymagań w zakresie biozgodności. Dlatego materiały przeznaczone do użytku medycznego są wciąż udoskonalane/modyfikowane w celu poprawy ich parametrów, a co za tym idzie, w celu ich jak najskuteczniejszego "ukrycia" przed układem odpornościowym. Jedną z najczęstszych, niepożądanych reakcji organizmu na biomateriał/implant jest odczyn zapalny. Dlatego wiele badań koncentruje się na wpływie implantów na komórki układu odpornościowego. Wykazano, że najczęściej obecnie stosowane modyfikacje biomateriałów, pokrycie ich powierzchni materiałem biologicznym, zmiana porowatości czy też dodatek nanocząsteczek, istotnie poprawiają ich właściwości, w tym osłabiają aktywację leukocytów. W obecnym opracowaniu opisujemy typy biomateriałów, sposoby ich modyfikacji oraz wpływ na komórki immunokompetentne z naciskiem na strategie, które pozwalają na uniknięcie aktywacji układu odpornościowego.
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Biocompatibility verification is required prior to implantation of any biomaterial into human body. This involves verification of its cytotoxic and carcinogenic effects, and confirmation of (only) weak activation of the immune system. A substantial number of biomaterials is currently used in medical procedures, however, many of them do not fulfill all biocompatibility requirements. Therefore nowadays materials aimed for medical application are being modified to improve their characteristics, and thus "hide" them more efficiently from the immune system. One of the most common, yet undesirable, responses to biomaterial/implant is inflammation. Because of this, numerous studies focus on immune cells and strategies to modify biomaterials in such ways that they induce only weak or mild, and short-lasting, activation of leukocytes. It has been documented that three approaches in particular are efficient in this regard - surface modification by its covering with biological substances/proteins, modification of surface porosity and addition of nanoparticles. Herein we described types of biomaterials, strategies of their modification and biomaterial impact on leukocytes. In particular, we focus on strategies used to minimize activation of the immune response.
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