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Ranjan A, Biswas S, Mallick BN. Rapid eye movement sleep loss associated cytomorphometric changes and neurodegeneration. Sleep Med 2023; 110:25-34. [PMID: 37524037 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2023.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/02/2023]
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Rapid eye movement sleep (REMS) is essential for leading normal healthy living at least in higher-order mammals, including humans. In this review, we briefly survey the available literature for evidence linking cytomorphometric changes in the brain due to loss of REMS. As a mechanism of action, we add evidence that REMS loss elevates noradrenaline (NA) levels in the brain, which affects neuronal cytomorphology. These changes may be a compensatory mechanism as the changes return to normal after the subjects recover from the loss of REMS or if during REMS deprivation, the subjects are treated with NA-adrenoceptor antagonist prazosin (PRZ). We had proposed earlier that one of the fundamental functions of REMS is to maintain the level of NA in the brain. We elaborate on this idea to propose that if REMS loss continues without recovery, the sustained level of NA breaks down neurophysiologically active compensatory mechanism/s starting with changes in the neuronal cytomorphology, followed by their degeneration, leading to acute and chronic pathological conditions. Identification of neuronal cytomorphological changes could prove to be of significance for predicting future neuronal (brain) damage as well as an indicator for REMS health. Although current brain imaging techniques may not enable us to visualize changes in neuronal cytomorphology, given the rapid technological progress including use of artificial intelligence, we are optimistic that it may be a reality soon. Finally, we propose that maintenance of optimum REMS must be considered a criterion for leading a healthy life.
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- Amit Ranjan
- Department of Zoology, Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari, East Champaran, Bihar, 845401, India.
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- Math, Science, Engineering Department, South Mountain Community College, 7050 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85042, USA
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- Amity Institute of Neuropsychology & Neurosciences, Amity University Campus, Sector 125, Gautam Budh Nagar, Noida, 201313, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Akomolafe SF, Akinyemi AJ, Ogunsuyi OB, Oyeleye SI, Oboh G, Adeoyo OO, Allismith YR. Effect of caffeine, caffeic acid and their various combinations on enzymes of cholinergic, monoaminergic and purinergic systems critical to neurodegeneration in rat brain-In vitro. Neurotoxicology 2017; 62:6-13. [PMID: 28465162 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuro.2017.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2016] [Revised: 03/08/2017] [Accepted: 04/24/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Caffeine and caffeic acid are two bioactive compounds that are present in plant foods and are major constituent of coffee, cocoa, tea, cola drinks and chocolate. Although not structurally related, caffeine and caffeic acid has been reported to elicit neuroprotective properties. However, their different proportional distribution in food sources and possible effect of such interactions are not often taken into consideration. Therefore, in this study, we investigated the effect of caffeine, caffeic acid and their various combinations on activities of some enzymes [acetylcholinesterase (AChE), monoamine oxidase (MAO) ecto-nucleoside triphosphate diphosphohydrolase (E-NTPase), ecto-51-nucleotidase (E-NTDase) and Na+/K+ ATPase relevant to neurodegeneration in vitro in rat brain. The stock concentration of caffeine and caffiec acid and their various proportional combinations were prepared and their interactions with the activities of these enzymes were assessed (in vitro) in different brain structures. The Fe2+ and Cu2+ chelating abilities of the samples were also investigated. The results revealed that caffeine, caffeic acid and their various combinations exhibited inhibitory effect on activities of AChE, MAO, E-NTPase and E-NTDase, but stimulatory effect on Na+/K+ ATPase activity. The combinations also exhibited Fe2+ and Cu2+ chelating abilities. Considering the various combinations, a higher caffeine to caffeic acid ratio produced significantly highest enzyme modulatory effects; these were significantly lower to the effect of caffeine alone but significantly higher than the effect of caffeic acid alone. These findings may provide new insight into the effect of proportional combination of these bioactive compounds as obtained in many foods especially with respect to their neuroprotective effects.
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- S F Akomolafe
- Department of Biochemistry, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Private Mail Bag 5363, Nigeria.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Private Mail Bag 5454, Nigeria
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Unit, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology Akure, Private Mail Bag 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria; Department of Biomedical Technology, School of Health and Health Technology, Federal University of Technology Akure, Private Mail Bag 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Unit, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology Akure, Private Mail Bag 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria; Department of Biomedical Technology, School of Health and Health Technology, Federal University of Technology Akure, Private Mail Bag 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Unit, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology Akure, Private Mail Bag 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Unit, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology Akure, Private Mail Bag 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria
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- Department of Biochemistry, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Private Mail Bag 5363, Nigeria
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Ademiluyi AO, Ogunsuyi OB, Oboh G. Alkaloid extracts from Jimson weed (Datura stramonium L.) modulate purinergic enzymes in rat brain. Neurotoxicology 2016; 56:107-117. [PMID: 27450719 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuro.2016.06.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2016] [Revised: 05/27/2016] [Accepted: 06/24/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Although some findings have reported the medicinal properties of Jimson weed (Datura stramonium L.), there exist some serious neurological effects such as hallucination, loss of memory and anxiety, which has been reported in folklore. Consequently, the modulatory effect of alkaloid extracts from leaf and fruit of Jimson weed on critical enzymes of the purinergic [ecto-nucleoside triphosphate diphosphohydrolase (E-NTPDase), ecto-5'-nucleotidase (E-NTDase), alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and Na+/K+ ATPase] system of neurotransmission was the focus of this study. Alkaloid extracts were prepared by solvent extraction method and their interaction with the activities of these enzymes were assessed (in vitro) in rat brain tissue homogenate and in vivo in rats administered 100 and 200mg/kg body weight (p.o) of the extracts for thirty days, while administration of single dose (1mg/kg body weight; i.p.) of scopolamine served as the positive control. The extracts were also investigated for their Fe2+ and Cu2+ chelating abilities and GC-MS characterization of the extracts was also carried out. The results revealed that the extracts inhibited activates of E-NTPDase, E-NTDase and ALP in a concentration dependent manner, while stimulating the activity of Na+/K+ ATPase (in vitro). Both extracts also exhibited Fe2+ and Cu2+ chelating abilities. Considering the EC50 values, the fruit extract had significantly higher (P<0.05) modulatory effect on the enzymes' activity as well as metal chelating abilities, compared to the leaf extract; however, there was no significant difference (P>0.05) in both extracts' inhibitory effects on E-NTDase. The in vivo study revealed reduction in the activities of ENTPDase, E-NTDase, and Na+/K+ ATPase in the extract-administered rat groups compared to the control group, while an elevation in ALP activity was observed in the extract-administered rat groups compared to the control group. GC-MS characterization revealed the presence of atropine, scopolamine, amphetamine, 3-methyoxyamphetamine, 3-ethoxyamhetamine cathine, spermine, phenlyephirine and 3-piperidinemethanol, among others in the extracts. Hence, alterations of activities of critical enzymes of purinergic signaling (in vitro and in vivo) by alkaloid extracts from leaf and fruit of Jimson weed suggest one of the mechanisms behind its neurological effects as reported in folklore.
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- Adedayo O Ademiluyi
- Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure 340001, Nigeria
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Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Deprivation Associated Increase in Na-K ATPase Activity in the Rat Brain is Due to Noradrenaline Induced α1-Adrenoceptor Mediated Increased α-Subunit of the Enzyme. Neurochem Res 2015; 40:1747-57. [DOI: 10.1007/s11064-015-1660-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2015] [Revised: 06/29/2015] [Accepted: 07/01/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Khatri N, Man HY. Synaptic activity and bioenergy homeostasis: implications in brain trauma and neurodegenerative diseases. Front Neurol 2013; 4:199. [PMID: 24376435 PMCID: PMC3858785 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2013.00199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2013] [Accepted: 11/26/2013] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Powered by glucose metabolism, the brain is the most energy-demanding organ in our body. Adequate ATP production and regulation of the metabolic processes are essential for the maintenance of synaptic transmission and neuronal function. Glutamatergic synaptic activity utilizes the largest portion of bioenergy for synaptic events including neurotransmitter synthesis, vesicle recycling, and most importantly, the postsynaptic activities leading to channel activation and rebalancing of ionic gradients. Bioenergy homeostasis is coupled with synaptic function via activities of the sodium pumps, glutamate transporters, glucose transport, and mitochondria translocation. Energy insufficiency is sensed by the AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), a master metabolic regulator that stimulates the catalytic process to enhance energy production. A decline in energy supply and a disruption in bioenergy homeostasis play a critical role in multiple neuropathological conditions including ischemia, stroke, and neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer’s disease and traumatic brain injuries.
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- Natasha Khatri
- Department of Biology, Boston University , Boston, MA , USA ; Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Boston University School of Medicine , Boston, MA , USA
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- Department of Biology, Boston University , Boston, MA , USA ; Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Boston University School of Medicine , Boston, MA , USA
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Rangroo Thrane V, Thrane AS, Wang F, Cotrina ML, Smith NA, Chen M, Xu Q, Kang N, Fujita T, Nagelhus EA, Nedergaard M. Ammonia triggers neuronal disinhibition and seizures by impairing astrocyte potassium buffering. Nat Med 2013; 19:1643-8. [PMID: 24240184 PMCID: PMC3899396 DOI: 10.1038/nm.3400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 176] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2011] [Accepted: 10/17/2013] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Ammonia is a ubiquitous waste product of protein metabolism that can accumulate in numerous metabolic disorders, causing neurological dysfunction ranging from cognitive impairment to tremor, ataxia, seizures, coma and death. The brain is especially vulnerable to ammonia as it readily crosses the blood-brain barrier in its gaseous form, NH3, and rapidly saturates its principal removal pathway located in astrocytes. Thus, we wanted to determine how astrocytes contribute to the initial deterioration of neurological functions characteristic of hyperammonemia in vivo. Using a combination of two-photon imaging and electrophysiology in awake head-restrained mice, we show that ammonia rapidly compromises astrocyte potassium buffering, increasing extracellular potassium concentration and overactivating the Na(+)-K(+)-2Cl(-) cotransporter isoform 1 (NKCC1) in neurons. The consequent depolarization of the neuronal GABA reversal potential (EGABA) selectively impairs cortical inhibitory networks. Genetic deletion of NKCC1 or inhibition of it with the clinically used diuretic bumetanide potently suppresses ammonia-induced neurological dysfunction. We did not observe astrocyte swelling or brain edema in the acute phase, calling into question current concepts regarding the neurotoxic effects of ammonia. Instead, our findings identify failure of potassium buffering in astrocytes as a crucial mechanism in ammonia neurotoxicity and demonstrate the therapeutic potential of blocking this pathway by inhibiting NKCC1.
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- Vinita Rangroo Thrane
- 1] Division of Glial Disease and Therapeutics, Center for Translational Neuromedicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA. [2] Letten Centre, Institute for Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway. [3] Centre for Molecular Medicine Norway, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway. [4] Department of Ophthalmology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway. [5]
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Singh S, Amar M, Mallick BN. Rapid eye movement sleep deprivation modulates synapsinI expression in rat brain. Neurosci Lett 2012; 520:62-6. [PMID: 22609569 DOI: 10.1016/j.neulet.2012.05.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2012] [Revised: 04/29/2012] [Accepted: 05/08/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Rapid eye movement sleep (REMS) deprivation (REMSD) has been reported to elevate neurotransmitter level in the brain; however, intracellular mechanism of its increased release was not studied. Phosphorylation of synapsinI, a synaptic vesicle-associated protein, is involved in the regulation of neurotransmitter release. In this study, rats were REMS deprived by classical flowerpot method; free moving control (FMC), large platform control (LPC) and recovery control (REC) was carried out. In another set REMS deprived rats were intraperitoneally (i.p.) injected with α1-adrenoceptor antagonist, prazosin (PRZ). Effects of REMSD on Na-K ATPase activity and on the total synapsinI as well as phosphorylated synapsinI levels were estimated in synaptosomes prepared from whole brain. It was observed that REMSD significantly increased synaptosomal Na-K ATPase activity, which was prevented by PRZ. Western blotting of the same samples by anti-synapsinI and anti-synapsinI-phosphoSer603 showed that REMSD increased both the total as well as phospho-form of synapsinI as compared to respective levels in FMC and LPC samples. These findings suggest a functional link between REMSD and synaptic vesicular mobilization at the presynaptic terminal, a process that is essential for neurotransmitter release. The findings help explaining the intracellular mechanism of elevated neurotransmitter release associated to REMSD.
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- Sudhuman Singh
- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi 110067, India
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Chang HM, Mai FD, Lei SL, Ling YC. Impaired sodium levels in the suprachiasmatic nucleus are associated with the formation of cardiovascular deficiency in sleep-deprived rats. J Anat 2010; 217:694-704. [PMID: 20946541 DOI: 10.1111/j.1469-7580.2010.01312.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Biological rhythms are a ubiquitous feature of all higher organisms. The rhythmic center of mammals is located in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), which projects to a number of brainstem centers to exert diurnal control over many physiological processes, including cardiovascular regulation. Total sleep deprivation (TSD) is a harmful condition known to impair cardiovascular activity, but the molecular mechanisms are unknown. As the inward sodium current has long been suggested as playing an important role in driving the spontaneous firing of the SCN, the present study aimed to determine if changes in sodium expression, together with its molecular machinery (Na-K ATPase) and rhythmic activity within the SCN, would occur during TSD. Adult rats subjected to different periods of TSD were processed for time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry, Na-K ATPase assay, and cytochrome oxidase (COX) (an endogenous bioenergetic marker for neuronal activity) histochemistry. Cardiovascular dysfunction was determined through analysis of heart rate and changes in mean arterial pressure. Results indicated that, in normal rats, strong sodium signals were expressed throughout the entire SCN. Enzymatic data corresponded well with spectrometric findings in which high levels of Na-K ATPase and COX were observed in this nucleus. However, following TSD, all parameters including sodium imaging, sodium intensity as well as COX activities were drastically decreased. Na-K ATPase showed an increase in responsiveness following TSD. Both heart rate and mean arterial pressure measurements indicated an exaggerated pressor effect following TSD treatment. As proper sodium levels are essential for SCN activation, reduced SCN sodium levels may interrupt the oscillatory control, which could serve as the underlying mechanism for the initiation or development of TSD-related cardiovascular deficiency.
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- Hung-Ming Chang
- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.
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Mechanism of noradrenaline-induced stimulation of Na–K ATPase activity in the rat brain: implications on REM sleep deprivation-induced increase in brain excitability. Mol Cell Biochem 2009; 336:3-16. [DOI: 10.1007/s11010-009-0260-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2009] [Accepted: 09/15/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Na,K-ATPase activity regulates AMPA receptor turnover through proteasome-mediated proteolysis. J Neurosci 2009; 29:4498-511. [PMID: 19357275 DOI: 10.1523/jneurosci.6094-08.2009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 91] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Neuronal activity largely depends on two key components on the membrane: the Na,K-ATPase (NKA) that maintains the ion gradients and sets the foundation of excitability, and the ionotropic glutamatergic AMPA receptors (AMPARs) through which sodium influx forms the driving force for excitation. Because the frequent sodium transients from glutamate receptor activity need to be efficiently extruded, a functional coupling between NKA and AMPARs should be a necessary cellular device for synapse physiology. We show that NKA is enriched at synapses and associates with AMPARs. NKA dysfunction induces a rapid reduction in AMPAR cell-surface expression as well as total protein abundance, leading to a long-lasting depression in synaptic transmission. AMPAR proteolysis requires sodium influx, proteasomal activity and receptor internalization. These data elucidate a novel mechanism by which NKA regulates AMPAR turnover and thereby synaptic strength and brain function.
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Baskey G, Singh A, Sharma R, Mallick BN. REM sleep deprivation-induced noradrenaline stimulates neuronal and inhibits glial Na–K ATPase in rat brain: In vivo and in vitro studies. Neurochem Int 2009; 54:65-71. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neuint.2008.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2008] [Revised: 10/14/2008] [Accepted: 10/20/2008] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Das G, Gopalakrishnan A, Faisal M, Mallick B. Stimulatory role of calcium in rapid eye movement sleep deprivation–induced noradrenaline-mediated increase in Na-K-ATPase activity in rat brain. Neuroscience 2008; 155:76-89. [DOI: 10.1016/j.neuroscience.2008.04.069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2007] [Revised: 03/07/2008] [Accepted: 04/28/2008] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Majumdar S, Faisal M, Madan V, Mallick BN. Increased turnover of Na-K ATPase molecules in rat brain after rapid eye movement sleep deprivation. J Neurosci Res 2003; 73:870-5. [PMID: 12949914 DOI: 10.1002/jnr.10710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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It has been shown that rapid eye movement (REM) sleep deprivation increases Na-K ATPase activity. Based on kinetic study, it was proposed that increased activity was due to enhanced turnover of enzyme molecules. To test this, anti-alpha1 Na-K ATPase monoclonal antibody (mAb 9A7) was used to label Na-K ATPase molecules. These labeled enzymes were quantified on neuronal membrane by two methods: histochemically on neurons in tissue sections from different brain areas, and by Western blot analysis in control and REM sleep-deprived rat brains. The specific enzyme activity was also estimated and found to be increased, as in previous studies. The results confirmed our hypothesis that after REM sleep deprivation, increased Na-K ATPase activity was at least partly due to increased turnover of Na-K ATPase molecules in the rat brain.
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- Sudipta Majumdar
- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
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McFadden SC, Bobich JA, Zheng Q. A double-labeled preparation for simultaneous measurement of [3H]-noradrenaline and [14C]-glutamic acid exocytosis from streptolysin-O (SLO)-perforated synaptosomes. J Neurosci Methods 2001; 107:39-46. [PMID: 11389940 DOI: 10.1016/s0165-0270(01)00350-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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We have developed a novel method to examine [3H]-noradrenaline and [14C]-glutamate release from the same sample of streptolysin-O (SLO) perforated rat cortical synaptosomes. Ca2+ -dependent [3H]-noradrenaline and [14C]-glutamate release was examined at different temperatures and was found to be greater at 30 degrees C than at 25 degrees C. Ca2+ -dependent release of [3H]-noradrenaline is more ATP dependent than Ca2+ -dependent release of [14C]-glutamate. No significant reuptake of either neurotransmitter by the perforated synaptosomes was detected, indicating all the synaptosomes were indeed perforated. Incubations with 1 mM ouabain, a specific Na+,K+ -ATPase inhibitor, slightly increased Ca2+ -dependent release of both neurotransmitters. [3H]-noradrenaline is released from large dense-core vesicles and [14C]-glutamate is released from small clear synaptic vesicles, so one can directly compare and contrast neurotransmitter release mechanisms between large dense-core vesicles and small clear synaptic vesicles using this preparation.
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- S C McFadden
- Department of Chemistry, Texas Christian University, Forth Worth, TX 76129, USA.
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Mallick BN, Adya HV, Faisal M. Norepinephrine-stimulated increase in Na+, K+-ATPase activity in the rat brain is mediated through alpha1A-adrenoceptor possibly by dephosphorylation of the enzyme. J Neurochem 2000; 74:1574-8. [PMID: 10737614 DOI: 10.1046/j.1471-4159.2000.0741574.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Rapid eye movement sleep deprivation is reported to increase Na+,K+-ATPase activity. This increase was shown earlier to be stimulated by norepinephrine acting on alpha1-adrenoceptor. The involvement of a subtype of alpha1-adrenoceptor and the possible molecular mechanism of action of norepinephrine in increasing the enzyme activity were investigated using receptor agonists and antagonists, as well as stimulants and blockers of signal transduction pathway. It was observed that incubation of the homogenate with cyclic AMP, forskolin, A23187 (a calcium ionophore), or calmodulin alone did not stimulate the Na+,K+-ATPase activity. However, although the spontaneous activity of the Na+,K+-ATPase was not affected by prazosin, WB4101, heparin, W13, or cyclosporin A alone, each of them could prevent the norepinephrine-stimulated increase in the enzyme activity. Based on these results and our previous findings, it is proposed that norepinephrine acted on alpha1A-adrenoceptor and increased intracellular calcium, which in the presence of calmodulin activated a calmodulin-dependent phosphatase, calcineurin. This calcineurin possibly dephosphorylated Na+,K+-ATPase and increased its activity. The physiological significance especially in relation to rapid eye movement sleep deprivation is discussed.
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- B N Mallick
- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India.
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Adya HV, Mallick BN. Uncompetitive stimulation of rat brain Na-K ATPase activity by rapid eye movement sleep deprivation. Neurochem Int 2000; 36:249-53. [PMID: 10676860 DOI: 10.1016/s0197-0186(99)00121-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Rapid eye movement sleep deprivation is associated with an increase in Na-K ATPase activity. In order to understand the possible biochemical mechanism of this increase, the kinetics of Na-K ATPase was studied. Although the enzyme activity increased after the deprivation, the catalytic efficiency of the enzyme remained unaltered. The rapid eye movement sleep deprivation increased both the Vmax and the Km suggesting an uncompetitive stimulation of the enzyme. While increase in norepinephrine resulted in an increased Vmax, that of calcium increased the Km. Since an increase in norepinephrine has been suggested after deprivation, the increased Vmax is attributed to increased norepinephrine level following deprivation. However, since rapid eye movement sleep deprivation is reported to be associated with a decrease in calcium levels, the increase in Km following deprivation may be attributed to changes in factor(s) other than calcium.
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- H V Adya
- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
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Mallick BN, Adya HV. Norepinephrine induced alpha-adrenoceptor mediated increase in rat brain Na-K ATPase activity is dependent on calcium ion. Neurochem Int 1999; 34:499-507. [PMID: 10402225 DOI: 10.1016/s0197-0186(99)00025-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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It has been reported that norepinephrine increases Na-K ATPase activity by acting on alpha-1 adrenoceptors. The mechanism of such an increase was investigated. The norepinephrine induced increase in synaptosomal Na-K ATPase activity was prevented by pretreating the rat brain homogenate with either EDTA, a divalent cation chelator or prazosin, an alpha-1 adrenoceptor blocker. The norepinephrine and EGTA increased the Na-K ATPase activity in the synaptosome prepared from rat brain homogenate untreated with EDTA. The EGTA was ineffective in stimulating the enzyme activity if the synaptosome was prepared from homogenate treated with norepinephrine. However, the EGTA was effective in increasing the enzyme activity if the synaptosome was prepared from the homogenate treated with norepinephrine in the presence of prazosin. Thus, norepinephrine did not increase the Na-K ATPase activity in the presence of EDTA or alpha-1 adrenoceptor blocker. Similarly, the Ca++ chelator, EGTA, could not increase the enzyme activity if the homogenate was pretreated with norepinephrine alone. However, if norepinephrine action was blocked by alpha-1 antagonist prazosin, EGTA increased the enzyme activity possibly by chelation of Ca++. Further, chlorotetracycline fluorescence study showed that norepinephrine removes membrane bound Ca++. Thus, it is likely that norepinephrine acts on adrenoceptors and removes membrane bound Ca++ and thereby increases the Na-K ATPase activity in the synaptosome.
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- B N Mallick
- School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India.
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