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Zhu Q, Ma H, Wang J, Liang X. Understanding the Mechanisms of Diminished Ovarian Reserve: Insights from Genetic Variants and Regulatory Factors. Reprod Sci 2024; 31:1521-1532. [PMID: 38347379 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-024-01467-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/24/2024]
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Delaying childbearing age has become a trend in modern times, but it has also led to a common challenge in clinical reproductive medicine-diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Since the mechanism behind DOR is unknown and its clinical features are complex, physicians find it difficult to provide targeted treatment. Many factors affect ovarian reserve function, and existing studies have shown that genetic variants, upstream regulatory genes, and changes in protein expression levels are present in populations with reduced ovarian reserve function. However, existing therapeutic regimens often do not target the genetic profile for more individualized treatment. In this paper, we review the types of genetic variants, mutations, altered expression levels of microRNAs, and other related factors and their effects on the regulation of follicular development, as well as altered DNA methylation. We hope this review will have significant implications for the future treatment of individuals with reduced ovarian reserve.
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- Qinying Zhu
- The First Clinical Medical College of, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College of, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Gansu Provincial Clinical Research Center for Gynecological Oncology, No.1, Donggangxi Rd, Chengguan District, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
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Xie Y, Chen J, Liu K, Huang J, Zeng Y, Gao M, Qian Y, Liu L, Tan Y, Nie X. Differential expression of follicular fluid exosomal microRNA in women with diminished ovarian reserve. J Assist Reprod Genet 2024; 41:1087-1096. [PMID: 38321265 PMCID: PMC11052957 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-024-03037-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Decreased ovarian reserve function is mainly characterized by female endocrine disorders and fertility decline. Follicular fluid (FF) exosomal microRNAs (miRNAs) have been shown to regulate the function of granulosa cells (GCs). The present study explored differentially expressed miRNAs (DEmiRNAs) in patients with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). METHODS FF was collected from 12 DOR patients and 12 healthy controls. DEmiRNAs between the two groups were identified and analyzed using high-throughput sequencing technology and validated by real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR). RESULTS A total of 592 DEmiRNAs were identified using high-throughput miRNA sequencing, of which 213 were significantly upregulated and 379 were significantly downregulated. The sequencing results were further validated by RT-qPCR. These DEmiRNA target genes were mainly involved in the cancer pathway, phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (AKT) signaling pathway, regulation of actin cytoskeleton signaling pathway, and biological processes related to protein binding, nucleoplasm, cytoplasm, and cell membrane. CONCLUSION FF exosomal miRNAs are significantly differentially expressed in DOR patients versus non-DOR patients, underscoring their crucial role in regulating the pathogenesis of DOR.
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- Ying Xie
- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China.
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China.
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Dong S, Jiang S, Hou B, Li Y, Sun B, Guo Y, Deng M, Liu D, Liu G. miR-128-3p Regulates Follicular Granulosa Cell Proliferation and Apoptosis by Targeting the Growth Hormone Secretagogue Receptor. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:2720. [PMID: 38473968 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25052720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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The proliferation and apoptosis of granulosa cells (GCs) affect follicle development and reproductive disorders, with microRNAs playing a crucial regulatory role. Previous studies have shown the differential expression of miR-128-3p at different stages of goat follicle development, which suggests its potential regulatory role in follicle development. In this study, through the Cell Counting Kit-8 assay, the EDU assay, flow cytometry, quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction, Western blot, and the dual-luciferase reporter assay, we used immortal human ovarian granulosa tumor cell line (KGN) cells as materials to investigate the effects of miR-128-3p and its predicted target gene growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR) on GC proliferation and apoptosis. The results show that overexpression of miR-128-3p inhibited the proliferation of KGN cells, promoted cell apoptosis, and suppressed the expression of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) and B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL2) while promoting that of Bcl-2 associated X protein (BAX). The dual-luciferase reporter assay revealed that miR-128-3p bound to the 3' untranslated region sequence of GHSR, which resulted in the inhibited expression of GHSR protein. Investigation of the effects of GHSR on GC proliferation and apoptosis revealed that GHSR overexpression promoted the expression of PCNA and BCL2, enhanced GC proliferation, and inhibited cell apoptosis, whereas the opposite effects were observed when GHSR expression was inhibited. In addition, miR-128-3p and GHSR can influence the expression of extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 protein. In conclusion, miR-128-3p inhibits KGN cell proliferation and promotes cell apoptosis by downregulating the expression of the GHSR gene.
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- Shucan Dong
- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, College of Animal Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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Ju W, Zhao S, Wu H, Yu Y, Li Y, Liu D, Lian F, Xiang S. miR-6881-3p contributes to diminished ovarian reserve by regulating granulosa cell apoptosis by targeting SMAD4. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2024; 22:17. [PMID: 38297261 PMCID: PMC10832098 DOI: 10.1186/s12958-024-01189-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND In our previous investigation, we revealed a significant increase in the expression of microRNA-6881-3p (miR-6881-3p) in follicular fluid granulosa cells (GCs) from women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) compared to those with normal ovarian reserve (NOR). However, the role of miR-6881-3p in the development of DOR remains poorly understood. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to elucidate the involvement of miR-6881-3p in the regulation of granulosa cells (GCs) function and the pathogenesis of DOR. MATERIALS AND METHODS Initially, we assessed the expression levels of miR-6881-3p in GCs obtained from human follicular fluid in both NOR and DOR cases and explored the correlation between miR-6881-3p expression and clinical outcomes in assisted reproduction technology (ART). Bioinformatic predictions and dual-luciferase reporter assays were employed to identify the target gene of miR-6881-3p. Manipulation of miR-6881-3p expression was achieved through the transfection of KGN cells with miR-6881-3p mimics, inhibitor, and miRNA negative control (NC). Following transfection, we assessed granulosa cell apoptosis and cell cycle progression via flow cytometry and quantified target gene expression through quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) and Western blot (WB) analysis. Finally, we examined the correlation between target gene expression levels in GCs from NOR and DOR patients and their association with ART outcomes. RESULTS Our findings revealed elevated miR-6881-3p levels in GCs from DOR patients, which negatively correlated with ovarian reserve function and ART outcomes. We identified a direct binding interaction between miR-6881-3p and the 3'-untranslated region of the SMAD4. Transfection with miR-6881-3p mimics induced apoptosis in KGN cell. Furthermore, miR-6881-3p expression negatively correlated with both mRNA and protein levels of the SMAD4. The mRNA and protein levels of SMAD4 were notably reduced in GCs from DOR patients, and SMAD4 mRNA expression positively correlated with ART outcomes. In addition, the mRNA levels of FSHR, CYP11A1 were notably reduced after transfection with miR-6881-3p mimics in KGN cell, while LHCGR notably increased. The mRNA and protein levels of FSHR, CYP11A1 were notably reduced in GCs from DOR patients, while LHCGR notably increased. CONCLUSION This study underscores the role of miR-6881-3p in directly targeting SMAD4 mRNA, subsequently diminishing granulosa cell viability and promoting apoptosis, and may affect steroid hormone regulation and gonadotropin signal reception in GCs. These findings contribute to our understanding of the pathogenesis of DOR.
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- Wenhan Ju
- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China.
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- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China.
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Xu Z, Liu Q, Ning C, Yang M, Zhu Q, Li D, Wang T, Li F. miRNA profiling of chicken follicles during follicular development. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2212. [PMID: 38278859 PMCID: PMC10817932 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52716-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024] Open
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) play a crucial role as transcription regulators in various aspects of follicular development, including steroidogenesis, ovulation, apoptosis, and gene regulation in poultry. However, there is a paucity of studies examining the specific impact of miRNAs on ovarian granulosa cells (GCs) across multiple grades in laying hens. Consequently, this study aims to investigate the roles of miRNAs in chicken GCs. By constructing miRNA expression profiles of GCs at 10 different time points, encompassing 4 pre-hierarchical, 5 preovulatory, and 1 postovulatory follicles stage, we identified highly expressed miRNAs involved in GC differentiation (miR-148a-3p, miR-143-3p), apoptosis (let7 family, miR-363-3p, miR-30c-5p, etc.), and autophagy (miR-128-3p, miR-21-5p). Furthermore, we discovered 48 developmentally dynamic miRNAs (DDMs) that target 295 dynamic differentially expressed genes (DDGs) associated with follicular development and selection (such as oocyte meiosis, progesterone-mediated oocyte maturation, Wnt signaling pathway, TGF-β signaling pathway) as well as follicular regression (including autophagy and cellular senescence). These findings contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the intricate mechanisms underlying follicle recruitment, selection, and degeneration, aiming to enhance poultry's reproductive capacity.
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- Zhongxian Xu
- Key Laboratory of Southwest China Wildlife Resources Conservation (Ministry of Education), China West Normal University, Nanchong, 637009, China
- Institute of Animal Genetics and Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, China
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- Key Laboratory of Southwest China Wildlife Resources Conservation (Ministry of Education), China West Normal University, Nanchong, 637009, China
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- Institute of Animal Genetics and Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, China
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- Institute of Animal Genetics and Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, China
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- Institute of Animal Genetics and Breeding, College of Animal Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, China
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- Antibiotics Research and Re-evaluation Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Industrial Institute of Antibiotics, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University, Chengdu, 610106, China
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- Antibiotics Research and Re-evaluation Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Industrial Institute of Antibiotics, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University, Chengdu, 610106, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Southwest China Wildlife Resources Conservation (Ministry of Education), China West Normal University, Nanchong, 637009, China.
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Zhou Q, Liu Z, Liao Z, Zhang Y, Qu M, Wu F, Tian J, Zhao H, Peng Q, Zheng W, Huang M, Yang S. miRNA profiling of granulosa cell-derived exosomes reveals their role in promoting follicle development. J Cell Physiol 2024; 239:20-35. [PMID: 38149730 DOI: 10.1002/jcp.31140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Revised: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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To explore whether granulosa cell (GC)-derived exosomes (GC-Exos) and follicular fluid-derived exosomes (FF-Exos) have functional similarities in follicle development and to establish relevant experiments to validate whether GC-Exos could serve as a potential substitute for follicular fluid-derived exosomes to improve folliculogenesis. GC-Exos were characterized. MicroRNA (miRNA) profiles of exosomes from human GCs and follicular fluid were analyzed in depth. The signature was associated with folliculogenesis, such as phosphatidylinositol 3 kinases-protein kinase B signal pathway, mammalian target of rapamycin signal pathway, mitogen-activated protein kinase signal pathway, Wnt signal pathway, and cyclic adenosine monophosphate signal pathway. A total of five prominent miRNAs were found to regulate the above five signaling pathways. These miRNAs include miRNA-486-5p, miRNA-10b-5p, miRNA-100-5p, miRNA-99a-5p, and miRNA-21-5p. The exosomes from GCs and follicular fluid were investigated to explore the effect on folliculogenesis by injecting exosomes into older mice. The proportion of follicles at each stage is counted to help us understand folliculogenesis. Exosomes derived from GCs were isolated successfully. miRNA profiles demonstrated a remarkable overlap between the miRNA profiles of FF-Exos and GC-Exos. The shared miRNA signature exhibited a positive influence on follicle development and activation. Furthermore, exosomes derived from GCs and follicular fluid promoted folliculogenesis in older female mice. Exosomes derived from GCs had similar miRNA profiles and follicle-promoting functions as follicular fluid exosomes. Consequently, GC-Exos are promising for replacing FF-Exos and developing new commercial reagents to improve female fertility.
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- Qilin Zhou
- Department of Health Inspection and Quarantine, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
- Guangdong Key Laboratory for Biomedical Measurements and Ultrasound Imaging, National-Regional Key Technology Engineering Laboratory for Medical Ultrasound, School of Biomedical Engineering, Shenzhen University Medical School, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Health Inspection and Quarantine, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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Luo J, Sun Z. MicroRNAs in POI, DOR and POR. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2023; 308:1419-1430. [PMID: 36840768 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-023-06922-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/26/2023]
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PURPOSE Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is a clinical syndrome defined by loss of ovarian activity before the age of 40 years. However, the etiology of approximately 90% patients remains unknown. Diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) and poor ovarian response (POR) are related to POI in clinic. The main purpose of this review was to evaluate the roles of microRNAs (miRNAs) in the pathogenesis and therapeutic potential for POI, DOR and POR. METHODS A literature search was conducted using six databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, CNKI and Wangfang Data) to obtain relevant studies. RESULTS This review enlightens expression profiles and functional studies of miRNAs in ovarian insufficiency in animal models and humans. Functional studies emphasized the role of miRNAs in steroidogenesis, granulosa cell proliferation/apoptosis, autophagy and follicular development by regulating target genes in specific pathways, such as the PI3K/AKT/mTOR, TGFβ, MAPK and Hippo pathways. Differentially expressed circulating miRNAs provided novel biomarkers for diagnosis and prediction, such as miR-22-3p and miR-21. Moreover, exosomes derived from stem cells restored ovarian function through miRNAs in chemotherapy-induced POI models. CONCLUSION Differential miRNA expression profiles in patients and animal models uncovered the underlying mechanisms and biomarkers of ovarian insufficiency. Exosomal miRNAs can restore ovarian function against chemotherapy-induced POI, which needs further investigation to develop novel preventive and therapeutic strategies in clinical practice.
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- Jiali Luo
- NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation (Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies), Medical School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation (Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies), Medical School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Lu X, Lv X, Dong X, Li Y, Turathum B, Liu S, Wang X, Shi H, Liu Y. Increased serine synthesis in cumulus cells of young infertile women with diminished ovarian reserve. Hum Reprod 2023; 38:1723-1732. [PMID: 37533289 PMCID: PMC10477940 DOI: 10.1093/humrep/dead155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2022] [Revised: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 08/04/2023] Open
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STUDY QUESTION What are the differences in gene expression of cumulus cells (CCs) between young women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) and those of similar age with normal ovarian reserve (NOR)? SUMMARY ANSWER Gene expression and metabolome profiling analysis demonstrate that the de novo serine synthesis pathway (SSP) is increased in the CCs of young women with DOR. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY The incidence of DOR has risen, tending to present at younger ages. Its mechanisms and aetiologies are still poorly understood. Abnormal metabolism is present in luteinized CCs of patients with DOR. Previous studies have revealed that mitochondrial dysfunction and impaired oxidative phosphorylation in CCs are related to DOR in women of advanced age. The pathogenic mechanisms likely differ between young women with DOR and cases associated with advanced maternal age. Several studies have examined amino acid metabolism in the follicle, with a focus on embryo development, but less information is available about CCs. The physiological significance of de novo serine synthesis in follicles and oocytes remains largely unknown. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION CC samples were obtained from 107 young infertile women (age <38 years) undergoing ICSI, from July 2017 to June 2019, including 54 patients with DOR and 53 patients with NOR. PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS, SETTING, METHODS Oocyte development data were analysed retrospectively. Comprehensive genome-wide transcriptomics of CCs was performed. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analyses were performed to categorize the functions of the DEGs and identify significantly enriched pathways. The transcript and protein levels of key enzymes involved in serine synthesis were verified in additional samples using quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR) (n = 10) and capillary western blotting (n = 36). Targeted metabolomics of amino acids in CC extracts was performed by ultrahigh-performance liquid MS (UHPLC-MS/MS). MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE The number of oocytes (2.4 ± 2.2 versus 12.1 ± 5.3) and metaphase II oocytes (2.1 ± 2.0 versus 9.9 ± 4.9) retrieved was significantly decreased in the DOR versus the NOR group, respectively (P < 0.0001). The rates of fertilization (80.7% versus 78.8%), viable embryos (73.7% versus 72.5%), and high-quality embryos (42.8% versus 49.0%) did not differ between the DOR and NOR groups, respectively (P > 0.05). A total of 95 DEGs were found by transcriptome sequencing. GO and KEGG analyses demonstrated that the DEGs were linked to amino acid metabolism and suggested significantly higher activity of the de novo SSP in the CCs of young women with DOR. Further qRT-PCR and capillary western blotting revealed that key enzymes (PHGDH, PSAT1, PSPH, and SHMT2) involved in de novo serine synthesis were upregulated, and UHPLC-MS/MS analysis showed increases in serine and glycine (a downstream product of serine) levels in the CCs of young patients with DOR. Our data clearly demonstrate that the de novo SSP, which diverts 3-phosphoglycerate from glycolysis to serine synthesis, was upregulated in young DOR CCs. LARGE SCALE DATA N/A. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION Regarding the reproductive capacity of young patients DOR, the pregnancy outcomes were not analysed. The sample size was limited, and only women undergoing ICSI were examined since this was a prerequisite for the acquisition of CCs, which may cause selection bias. The exact mechanisms by which the SSP in CCs regulates ovarian reserve still require further study. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS Our research presents new evidence that alterations of the SSP in CCs of young infertile women are associated with DOR. We believe this is a significant contribution to the field, which should be key for understanding the cause and mechanisms of ovarian hypofunction in young women. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTEREST(S) This work was supported by grants from the Ministry of Science and Technology of China (2018YFC1005001) and National Natural Science Foundation of China (31601197). There were no competing interests. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER N/A.
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- Xinmei Lu
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation, Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies, Pharmacy School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Andrology, Center for Excellence in Molecular Cell Science, Shanghai Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation, Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies, Pharmacy School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People’s Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Basic Medical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation, Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies, Pharmacy School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation, Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies, Pharmacy School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Zhongshan Hospital, NHC Key Lab of Reproduction Regulation, Shanghai Institute for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technologies, Pharmacy School, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People’s Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Gao R, Li Q, Qiu M, Xie S, Sun X, Huang T. Serum exosomal miR-192 serves as a potential detective biomarker for early pregnancy screening in sows. Anim Biosci 2023; 36:1336-1349. [PMID: 37170506 PMCID: PMC10472158 DOI: 10.5713/ab.22.0422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Revised: 01/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/19/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The study was conducted to screen differentially expressed miRNAs in sows at early pregnancy by high-throughput sequencing and explore its mechanism of action on embryo implantation. METHODS The blood serum of pregnant and non-pregnant Landrace×Yorkshire sows were collected 14 days after artificial insemination, and exosomal miRNAs were purified for high throughput miRNA sequencing. The expression patterns of 10 differentially expressed (DE) miRNAs were validated by quantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR). The qRT-PCR quantified the abundance of serum exosomal miR-192 in pregnant and control sows, and the diagnostic power was assessed by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis. The target genes of DE miRNAs were predicted with bioinformatics software, and the functional and pathway enrichment analysis was performed on gene ontology and the Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes terms. Furthermore, a luciferase reporter system was used to identify the target relation between miR-192 and integrin alpha 4 (ITGA4), a gene influencing embryo implantation in pigs. Finally, the expression levels of miRNAs and the target gene ITGA4 were analyzed by qRT-PCR, and western blot, with the proliferation of BeWo cells detected by cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8). RESULTS A total of 221 known miRNAs were detected in the libraries of the pregnant and non-pregnant sows, of which 55 were up-regulated and 67 were down-regulated in the pregnant individuals compared with the non-pregnant controls. From these, the expression patterns of 10 DE miRNAs were validated. The qRT-PCR analysis further confirmed a significantly higher expression of miR-192 in the serum exosomes extracted from pregnant sows, when compared to controls. The ROC analysis revealed that miR-192 provided excellent diagnostic accuracy for pregnancy (area under the ROC curve [AUC] = 0.843; p>0.001). The dual-luciferase reporter assay indicated that miR-192 directly targeted ITGA4. The protein expression of ITGA4 was reduced in cells that overexpressed miR-192. Overexpression of miR-192 resulted in the decreased proliferation of BeWo cells and regulated the expression of cell cycle-related genes. CONCLUSION Serum exosomal miR-192 could serve as a potential biomarker for early pregnancy in pigs. miR-192 targeted ITGA4 gene directly, and miR-192 can regulate cellular proliferation.
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- Ruonan Gao
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, 221 North Fourth Road, Shihezi 832000,
China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, 221 North Fourth Road, Shihezi 832000,
China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, 221 North Fourth Road, Shihezi 832000,
China
- Institute of Biotechnology, Xinjiang Academy of Animal Science, Urumqi, 830000,
China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, 221 North Fourth Road, Shihezi 832000,
China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding and Reproduction of Minstry of Education, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070,
China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, 221 North Fourth Road, Shihezi 832000,
China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, 221 North Fourth Road, Shihezi 832000,
China
- Xinjiang Pig Breeding Engineering Technology Research Center, Xinjiang Tecon Husbandry S&T Co. Ltd, Changji, 831100,
China
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Liu S, Bu Q, Tong J, Wang Z, Cui J, Cao H, Ma H, Cao B, An X, Song Y. miR-486 Responds to Apoptosis and Autophagy by Repressing SRSF3 Expression in Ovarian Granulosa Cells of Dairy Goats. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24108751. [PMID: 37240097 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24108751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Revised: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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The accumulation of ovarian granulosa cell (GC) apoptosis underlies follicular atresia. By comparing the previous sequencing results, miR-486 was found to be differentially expressed at higher levels in the monotocous goat than in the polytocous goat. Unfortunately, the miRNA-mediated mechanisms by which the GC fate is regulated are unknown in Guanzhong dairy goats. Therefore, we investigated miR-486 expression in small and large follicles, as well as its impact on normal GC survival, apoptosis and autophagy in vitro. Here, we identified and characterized miR-486 interaction with Ser/Arg-rich splicing factor 3 (SRSF3) using luciferase reporter analysis, detecting its role in GC survival, apoptosis and autophagy regulation through qRT-PCR, Western blot, CCK-8, EdU, flow cytometry, mitochondrial membrane potential and monodansylcadaverine, etc. Our findings revealed prominent effects of miR-486 in the regulation of GC survival, apoptosis and autophagy by targeting SRSF3, which might explain the high differential expression of miR-486 in the ovaries of monotocous dairy goats. In summary, this study aimed to reveal the underlying molecular mechanism of miR-486 regulation on GC function and its effect on ovarian follicle atresia in dairy goats, as well as the functional interpretation of the downstream target gene SRSF3.
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- Shujuan Liu
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- School of Biological Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723001, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Xianyang 712100, China
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Paulino LRFM, de Assis EIT, Azevedo VAN, Silva BR, da Cunha EV, Silva JRV. Why Is It So Difficult To Have Competent Oocytes from In vitro Cultured Preantral Follicles? Reprod Sci 2022; 29:3321-3334. [PMID: 35084715 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-021-00840-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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The developmental competence of oocytes is acquired gradually during follicular development, mainly through oocyte accumulation of RNA molecules and proteins that will be used during fertilization and early embryonic development. Several attempts to develop in vitro culture systems to support preantral follicle development up to maturation are reported in the literature, but oocyte competence has not yet been achieved in human and domestic animals. The difficulties to have fertilizable oocytes are related to thousands of mRNAs and proteins that need to be synthesized, long-term duration of follicular development, size of preovulatory follicles, composition of in vitro culture medium, and the need of multi-step culture systems. The development of a culture system that maintains bidirectional communication between the oocyte and granulosa cells and that meets the metabolic demands of each stage of follicle growth is the key to sustain an extended culture period. This review discusses the physiological and molecular mechanisms that determine acquisition of oocyte competence in vitro, like oocyte transcriptional activity, follicle and oocyte sizes, and length and regulation of follicular development in murine, human, and domestic animal species. The state of art of in vitro follicular development and the challenges to have complete follicular development in vitro are also highlighted.
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- Laís R F M Paulino
- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Physiology of Reproduction (LABIREP), Federal University of Ceara, Av. Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Ponte 100, Sobral, CE, CEP 62041-040, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Physiology of Reproduction (LABIREP), Federal University of Ceara, Av. Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Ponte 100, Sobral, CE, CEP 62041-040, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Physiology of Reproduction (LABIREP), Federal University of Ceara, Av. Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Ponte 100, Sobral, CE, CEP 62041-040, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Physiology of Reproduction (LABIREP), Federal University of Ceara, Av. Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Ponte 100, Sobral, CE, CEP 62041-040, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Physiology of Reproduction (LABIREP), Federal University of Ceara, Av. Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Ponte 100, Sobral, CE, CEP 62041-040, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology and Physiology of Reproduction (LABIREP), Federal University of Ceara, Av. Comandante Maurocélio Rocha Ponte 100, Sobral, CE, CEP 62041-040, Brazil.
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Lu G, Zhu YY, Li HX, Yin YL, Shen J, Shen MH. Effects of acupuncture treatment on microRNAs expression in ovarian tissues from Tripterygium glycoside-induced diminished ovarian reserve rats. Front Genet 2022; 13:968711. [PMID: 36212128 PMCID: PMC9532950 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.968711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Acupuncture is widely used to improve ovarian function. Previously, we demonstrated that acupuncture can improve oxidative stress in rats with tripterygium glycoside tablet suspension (TG)-induced diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Herein, we aimed to explore the antioxidation mechanism of acupuncture for ameliorating the ovarian reserve in DOR rats. We performed microRNA sequencing and bioinformatics analysis to screen differentially expressed miRNAs (DE miRNAs) in ovarian tissues. In total, 1,172 miRNAs were identified by miRNA sequencing, of which 28 DE miRNAs were detected (including 14 upregulated and 14 downregulated) in ovarian tissues from the acupuncture group when compared with the DOR model rats. Based on functional enrichment analysis, the target genes of DE miRNAs were significantly enriched in GO-biological process (BP) terms associated with biological processes, positive regulation of transcription by RNA polymerase II, signal transduction, regulation of transcription, DNA-templated processes, and oxidation–reduction processes. In the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes analysis, the main pathways were the MAPK signaling pathway, hepatitis B, proteoglycans in cancer, human cytomegalovirus infection, and the Ras signaling pathway. Finally, reverse transcription-quantitative PCR results confirmed that rno-miR-92b-3p, mdo-miR-26b-5p_R+1_1ss10TC, and bta-miR-7857-3p_R-1 were downregulated in the acupuncture group. The results revealed the impact of acupuncture on miRNA profiling of ovarian tissues from DOR rats, suggesting that rno-miR-92b-3p, mdo-miR-26b-5p_R+1_1ss10TC, and bta-miR-7857-3p_R-1 might provide relevant cues to relieve DOR-mediated oxidative stress.
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- Ge Lu
- College of Acupuncture Moxibustion and Tuina, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- College of Acupuncture Moxibustion and Tuina, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- College of Acupuncture Moxibustion and Tuina, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- College of Acupuncture Moxibustion and Tuina, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- College of Acupuncture Moxibustion and Tuina, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- *Correspondence: Jie Shen, ; Mei-hong Shen,
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- College of Acupuncture Moxibustion and Tuina, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- Key Laboratory of Acupuncture and Medicine Research of Ministry of Education, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
- *Correspondence: Jie Shen, ; Mei-hong Shen,
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Downregulation of miR-192 Alleviates Oxidative Stress-Induced Porcine Granulosa Cell Injury by Directly Targeting Acvr2a. Cells 2022; 11:cells11152362. [PMID: 35954205 PMCID: PMC9368079 DOI: 10.3390/cells11152362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Follicular atresia is primarily caused by breakdown to granulosa cells (GCs) due to oxidative stress (OS). MicroRNAs (miRNAs) elicit a defense response against environmental stresses, such as OS, by acting as gene-expression regulators. However, the association between miRNA expression and OS in porcine GCs (PGCs) is unclear. Here, we examined the impact of H2O2-mediated OS in PGCs through miRNA-Seq. We identified 22 (14 upregulated and 8 downregulated) and 33 (19 upregulated and 14 downregulated) differentially expressed miRNAs (DEmiRNAs) at 100 μM and 300 μM H2O2, respectively, compared with the control group. Among the DEmiRNAs, mi-192 was most induced by H2O2-mediated OS, and the downregulation of miR-192 alleviated PGC oxidative injury. The dual-luciferase reporter assay results revealed that miR-192 directly targeted Acvr2a. The Acvr2a level was found to be remarkably decreased after OS. Furthermore, grape seed procyanidin B2 (GSPB2) treatment significantly reduced the H2O2-induced upregulation of miR-192, and decreased PGC apoptosis and oxidative damage. Meanwhile, GSPB2 prevented an H2O2-induced increase in caspase-3 activity, which was enhanced by the application of the miR-192 inhibitor. These results indicate that GSPB2 protects against PGC oxidative injury via the downregulation of miR-192, the upregulation of Acvr2a expression, and the suppression of the caspase-3 apoptotic signaling pathway.
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Iron-overloaded follicular fluid increases the risk of endometriosis-related infertility by triggering granulosa cell ferroptosis and oocyte dysmaturity. Cell Death Dis 2022; 13:579. [PMID: 35787614 PMCID: PMC9253011 DOI: 10.1038/s41419-022-05037-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Endometriosis (EMs) occurs in approximately 50% of women with infertility. The main causes of EMs-related infertility are follicle dysplasia and reduced oocyte quality. Iron overload occurs in ovarian follicular fluid (FF) of patients with EMs, and this condition is associated with oocyte maturation disorder. However, the underlying molecular mechanism remains largely unknown. In the present study, we identified the mechanism underlying ferroptosis in ovarian granulosa cells and oocyte maturation failure in EMs based on a retrospective review of in vitro fertilization/intracytoplasmic sperm injection-frozen embryo transfer outcomes in infertile patients with EMs. Mouse granulosa cells were treated with EMs-related infertile patients' follicular fluid (EMFF) in vitro. Western blot analysis, quantitative polymerase chain reaction, fluorescence staining, and transmission electron microscopy were used to assess granulosa cells ferroptosis. The effects of exosomes were examined by nanoparticle tracking analysis, RNA-seq, and Western blot analysis. Finally, the therapeutic values of vitamin E and iron chelator (deferoxamine mesylate) in vivo were evaluated in an EMs-related infertility model. Patients with ovarian EMs experienced poorer oocyte fertility than patients with non-ovarian EMs. We observed that EMFF with iron overload-induced granulosa cell ferroptosis in vitro and in vivo. Mechanically, nuclear receptor coactivator four-dependent ferritinophagy was involved in this process. Notably, granulosa cells undergoing ferroptosis further suppressed oocyte maturation by releasing exosomes from granulosa cells. In therapeutic studies, vitamin E and iron chelators effectively alleviated EMs-related infertility models. Our study indicates a novel mechanism through which EMFF with iron overload induces ferroptosis of granulosa cells and oocyte dysmaturity in EMs-related infertility, providing a potential therapeutic strategy for EMs-related infertility.
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Network Pharmacology-Based Prediction and Verification of the Potential Mechanisms of He's Yangchao Formula against Diminished Ovarian Reserve. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2022:8361808. [PMID: 35707481 PMCID: PMC9192314 DOI: 10.1155/2022/8361808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Revised: 05/07/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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Background He's Yangchao formula (HSYC) has been clinically proven to be effective in treating diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). However, the underlying molecular mechanisms of HSYC in DOR are unclear. Objective This study aims to predict the underlying mechanisms of He's Yangchao formula (HSYC) against DOR through network pharmacology strategies and verify in vivo. Methods Systematic network pharmacology was used to speculate the bioactive components, potential targets, and the underlying mechanism of HSYC in the treatment of DOR. Then, the CTX-induced DOR mouse model was established to verify the effect of HSYC against DOR and the possible molecular mechanisms as predicted in the network pharmacology approach. Results A total of 44 active components and 423 potential targets were obtained in HSYC. In addition, 91 targets of DOR were also screened. The identified hub genes were AKT1, ESR1, IL6, and P53. Further molecular docking showed that the four hub targets were well-bound with their corresponding compounds. In vivo experiments showed that HSYC could promote the recovery of the estrous cycle and increase the number of primordial, growing follicles and corpora lutea. Besides, The results of qRT-PCR showed HSYC could regulate the expression of AKT1, ESR1, P53, and IL6 in DOR mice. Conclusion It was demonstrated that HSYC could increase ovarian reserves, and AKT1, ESR1, IL6, and P53 may play an essential role in this effect, which provided a new reference for the current lack of active interventions of DOR.
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Physical Activity Modulates miRNAs Levels and Enhances MYOD Expression in Myoblasts. Stem Cell Rev Rep 2022; 18:1865-1874. [PMID: 35316486 PMCID: PMC9209351 DOI: 10.1007/s12015-022-10361-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Stem cells functions are regulated by different factors and non-conding RNAs, such as microRNA. MiRNAsplay an important role in modulating the expression of genes involved in the commitment and differentiation of progenitor cells. MiRNAs are post transcriptional regulators which may be modulated by physical exercise. MiRNAs, by regulating different signaling pathways, play an important role in myogenesis as well as in muscle activity. MiRNAs quantification may be considered for evaluating physical performance or muscle recovery. With the aim to identify specific miRNAs potentially involved in myogenesis and modulated by physical activity, we investigated miRNAs expression following physical performance in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMCs) and in sera of half marathon (HM) runnners. The effect of runners sera on Myogenesis in in vitro cellular models was also explored. Therefore, we performed Microarray Analysis and Real Time PCR assays, as well as in vitro cell cultures analysis to investigate myogenic differentiation. Our data demonstrated gender-specific expression patterns of PBMC miRNAs before physical performance. In particular, miR223-3p, miR26b-5p, miR150-5p and miR15-5p expression was higher, while miR7a-5p and miR7i-5p expression was lower in females compared to males. After HM, miR152-3p, miR143-3p, miR27a-3p levels increased while miR30b-3p decreased in both females and males: circulating miRNAs mirrored these modulations. Furthermore, we also observed that the addition of post-HM participants sera to cell cultures exerted a positive effect in stimulating myogenesis. In conclusion, our data suggest that physical activity induces the modulation of myogenesis-associated miRNAs in bothfemales and males, despite the gender-associated different expression of certain miRNAs, Noteworthy, these findings might be useful for evaluating potential targets for microRNA based-therapies in diseases affecting the myogenic stem cells population.
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Liu L, Cai B, Zhang X, Tan J, Huang J, Zhou C. Differential transcriptional profiles of human cumulus granulosa cells in patients with diminished ovarian reserve. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2022; 305:1605-1614. [DOI: 10.1007/s00404-022-06399-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Li M, Xue L, Xu W, Liu P, Li F. rno-miR-128-3p promotes apoptosis in rat granulosa cells (GCs) induced by norepinephrine through Wilms tumor 1 (WT1). In Vitro Cell Dev Biol Anim 2021; 57:775-785. [PMID: 34554376 PMCID: PMC8585816 DOI: 10.1007/s11626-021-00609-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The mechanism related to ovarian follicular is complex, which has not been fully elucidated. Abundant reports have confirmed that the ovarian function development is closely related to sympathetic innervation. As one of the major neurotransmitters, norepinephrine (NE) is considered an effective regulator of ovarian functions like granulosa cell (GC) apoptosis. However, the mechanism between NE and GC apoptosis in rat is still unclear. In our study, GCs were isolated and cultured in vitro with NE treatment. The apoptosis of GCs was facilitated by NE. Wilms tumor 1 (WT1) was found to be significantly downregulated in GCs after NE treatment, and overexpression of WT1 repressed apoptosis in rat GCs induced by NE. rno-miR-128-3p was found to be significantly enhanced by NE in GCs, and inhibition of rno-miR-128-3p repressed apoptosis in rat GCs induced by NE. Mechanistically, rno-miR-128-3p interacted with WT1 and repressed its expression. In summary, inhibition of rno-miR-128-3p may enhance WT1 expression, and then repress NE-induced apoptosis in rat GCs. Our research may provide a new insight for the improvement of ovarian follicular development.
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- Ming Li
- Department of Pharmacy, Lian Yungang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Jiang Su Province, Lianyungang, 222000, People's Republic of China
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- Pharmacy Department, Shandong Qingdao Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, No. 3 Jiaxiang Road, South District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province, 266002, China
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- Pharmacy Department, Gaoqing County People's Hospital, No.11 Qingcheng Road, Gaoqing County, Zibo City, 256300, Shandong Province, China
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- Pharmacy Department, Liaocheng Chiping District People's Hospital, No. 1057 Culture Road, Chiping County, Liaocheng City, 252100, Shandong Province, China
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- Drug Dispensing Department, Zibo Central Hospital, No. 54 The Communist Youth League West Road, Zhangdian District, Zibo City, 255000, Shandong Province, China.
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Butler AE, Cunningham TK, Ramachandran V, Diboun I, Halama A, Sathyapalan T, Najafi-Shoushtari SH, Atkin SL. Association of microRNAs With Embryo Development and Fertilization in Women Undergoing Subfertility Treatments: A Pilot Study. FRONTIERS IN REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH 2021; 3:719326. [PMID: 36303988 PMCID: PMC9580729 DOI: 10.3389/frph.2021.719326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Objective: Small non-coding RNAs, known as microRNAs (miRNAs), have emerging regulatory functions within the ovary that have been related to fertility. This study was undertaken to determine if circulating miRNAs reflect the changes associated with the parameters of embryo development and fertilization.Methods: In this cross-sectional pilot study. Plasma miRNAs were collected from 48 sequentially presenting women in the follicular phase prior to commencing in vitro fertilization (IVF). Circulating miRNAs were measured using locked nucleic acid (LNA)-based quantitative PCR (qPCR), while an updated miRNA data set was used to determine their level of expression.Results: Body mass index and weight were associated with the miRNAs let7b-3p and miR-375, respectively (p < 0.05), with the same relationship being found between endometrium thickness at oocyte retrieval and miR-885-5p and miR-34a-5p (p < 0.05). In contrast, miR-1260a was found to be inversely associated with anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH; p = 0.007), while miR-365a-3p, miR122-5p, and miR-34a-5p correlated with embryo fertilization rates (p < 0.05). However, when omitting cases of male infertility (n = 15), miR122-5p remained significant (p < 0.05), while miR-365a-3p and miR-34a-5p no longer differed; interestingly, however, miR1260a and mir93.3p became significant (p = 0.0087/0.02, respectively). Furthermore, age was negatively associated with miR-335-3p, miR-28-5p, miR-155-5p, miR-501-3p, and miR-497-5p (p < 0.05). Live birth rate was negatively associated with miR-335-3p, miR-100-5p, miR-497-5p, let-7d, and miR-574-3p (p < 0.05), but these were not significant when age was accounted for.However, with the exclusion of male factor infertility, all those miRNAs were no longer significant, though miR.150.5p emerged as significant (p = 0.042). A beta-regression model identified miR-1260a, miR-486-5p, and miR-132-3p (p < 0.03, p = 0.0003, p < 0.00001, respectively) as the most predictive for fertilization rate. Notably, changes in detectable miRNAs were not linked to cleavage rate, top quality embryos (G3D3), and blastocyst or antral follicle count. An ingenuity pathway analysis showed that miRNAs associated with age were also associated with the variables found in reproductive system diseases.Conclusion: Plasma miRNAs prior to the IVF cycle were associated with differing demographic and IVF parameters, including age, and may be predictive biomarkers of fertilization rate.
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- Alexandra E. Butler
- Research Department, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland, Adliya, Bahrain
- *Correspondence: Alexandra E. Butler ;
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- Academic Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom
- The Hull IVF Unit. Women's and Children's Hospital, Hull Royal Infirmary, Hull, United Kingdom
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- Division of Research, MicroRNA Core Laboratory, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Qatar Foundation, Education City, Doha, Qatar
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- Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), Qatar Foundation (QF), Doha, Qatar
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- Division of Research, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Qatar Foundation, Education City, Doha, Qatar
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- Academic Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom
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- Division of Research, MicroRNA Core Laboratory, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Qatar Foundation, Education City, Doha, Qatar
- Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, United States
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- Research Department, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland, Adliya, Bahrain
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Abu-Halima M, Becker LS, Ayesh BM, Baus SL, Hamza A, Fischer U, Hammadeh M, Keller A, Meese E. Characterization of micro-RNA in women with different ovarian reserve. Sci Rep 2021; 11:13351. [PMID: 34172798 PMCID: PMC8233349 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-92901-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Women undergoing infertility treatment are routinely subjected to one or more tests of ovarian reserve. Therefore, an adequate assessment of the ovarian reserve is necessary for the treatment. In this study, we aimed to characterize the potential role of microRNAs (miRNAs) as biomarkers for women with different ovarian reserves. A total of 159 women were recruited in the study and classified according to their anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) level into three groups: (1) low ovarian reserve (LAMH, n = 39), (2) normal ovarian reserve (NAMH, n = 80), and (3) high ovarian reserve (HAMH, n = 40). SurePrint Human miRNA array screening and reverse transcription-quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR) were respectively employed to screen and validate the miRNA abundance level in the three tested groups. Compared with NAMH, the abundance level of 34 and 98 miRNAs was found to be significantly altered in LAMH and HAMH, respectively. The abundance level of miRNAs was further validated by RT-qPCR in both, the screening samples as well as in an independent set of validation samples. The abundance levels of the validated miRNAs were significantly correlated with the AMH level. The best AUC value for the prediction of the increase and decrease in the AMH level was obtained for the miR-100-5p and miR-21-5p, respectively. The level of miRNAs abundance correlates with the level of AMH, which may serve as a tool for identifying women with a different ovarian reserve and may help to lay the ground for the development of novel diagnostic approaches.
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- Masood Abu-Halima
- Institute of Human Genetics, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany.
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- Institute of Human Genetics, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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- Department of Laboratory Medical Sciences, Alaqsa University, Gaza, Palestine
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany.,Kantonspital Baden, Im Ergel 1, 5400, Baden, Switzerland
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- Institute of Human Genetics, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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- Chair for Clinical Bioinformatics, Saarland University, 66123, Saarbruecken, Germany
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- Institute of Human Genetics, Saarland University, 66421, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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Toms D, Pan B, Bai Y, Li J. Small RNA sequencing reveals distinct nuclear microRNAs in pig granulosa cells during ovarian follicle growth. J Ovarian Res 2021; 14:54. [PMID: 33879202 PMCID: PMC8059229 DOI: 10.1186/s13048-021-00802-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 04/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Nuclear small RNAs have emerged as an important subset of non-coding RNA species that are capable of regulating gene expression. A type of small RNA, microRNA (miRNA) have been shown to regulate development of the ovarian follicle via canonical targeting and translational repression. Little has been done to study these molecules at a subcellular level. Using cell fractionation and high throughput sequencing, we surveyed cytoplasmic and nuclear small RNA found in the granulosa cells of the pig ovarian antral preovulatory follicle. Bioinformatics analysis revealed a diverse network of small RNA that differ in their subcellular distribution and implied function. We identified predicted genomic DNA binding sites for nucleus-enriched miRNAs that may potentially be involved in transcriptional regulation. The small nucleolar RNA (snoRNA) SNORA73, known to be involved in steroid synthesis, was also found to be highly enriched in the cytoplasm, suggesting a role for snoRNA species in ovarian function. Taken together, these data provide an important resource to study the small RNAome in ovarian follicles and how they may impact fertility.
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- Derek Toms
- Department of Comparative Biology and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.
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- Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
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- Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada.,School of Life Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan, 528231, China
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- Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
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Zhang W, Zhang L, Liu Y, Li J, Xu X, Niu W, Xu J, Sun B, Guo Y. Higher chromosomal aberration frequency in products of conception from women older than 32 years old with diminished ovarian reserve undergoing IVF/ICSI. Aging (Albany NY) 2021; 13:10128-10140. [PMID: 33819190 PMCID: PMC8064218 DOI: 10.18632/aging.202772] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Infertile women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) confront an increased miscarriage rate in assisted reproductive technology (ART). Genetic abnormality is the most important factor. However, the effects of DOR and female age on the molecular karyotype of products of conception (POCs) remain unknown. We analyzed POCs using a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) microarray from women with DOR who experienced first-trimester miscarriage in IVF/ICSI cycles. The SNP microarray revealed chromosomal abnormalities in 74.6% (47/63) of POCs, including trisomy in 83.0% (39/47). Chromosomal aberrations were more frequent in women older than 32 years old with DOR than in young women aged 20-32 years old (86.7% vs. 44.4%, P = 0.001). Univariate and multivariable analyses identified advanced age as a risk factor for chromosomal aberration-related miscarriage in women with DOR, with odds ratios of 8.125 (95% CI: 2.291-28.820, P = 0.001) and 5.867 (95% CI: 1.395-24.673, P = 0.016), respectively. The results showed that older women (older than 32 years old) with DOR had a high risk of miscarrying a chromosomally aberrant embryo/fetus, regardless of basal follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), antral follicle count (AFC) and previous reproductive history. This finding indicates a novel cut-off value of age for women with DOR related to chromosomal aberration-related miscarriage.
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- Wanyu Zhang
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China.,Department of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis, Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China.,Department of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis, Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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- Center for Reproductive Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450000, China.,Henan Province Key Laboratory of Reproduction and Genetics, Henan, China
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Wei C, Xiang S, Yu Y, Song J, Zheng M, Lian F. miR-221-3p regulates apoptosis of ovarian granulosa cells via targeting FOXO1 in older women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Mol Reprod Dev 2021; 88:251-260. [PMID: 33694202 PMCID: PMC8251591 DOI: 10.1002/mrd.23457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2020] [Revised: 01/28/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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In our earlier study, we showed that the expression of microRNA‐221‐3p (miR‐221‐3p) was significantly lower in women of advanced age with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) compared with young women with normal ovarian reserve (NOR). Therefore, in this study, we aimed to explore how miR‐221‐3p regulates apoptosis of granulosa cells and the pathogenesis of DOR. Bioinformatics prediction and dual‐luciferase reporter assay were conducted to identify the target gene of miR‐221‐3p. miR‐221‐3p expression was manipulated by transfecting KGN cells with miR‐221‐3p mimics, inhibitor, and negative control. Following transfection, apoptosis of granulosa cells was determined by flow cytometry, and the expression of the target gene was measured by quantitative real‐time polymerase chain reaction (qRT‐PCR) and western blot analysis (WB). In addition, the expression of the target gene in granulosa cells of DOR patients and NOR patients was measured. miR‐221‐3p were found to directly bind the 3ʹ untranslated region of Forkhead box O1 (FOXO1). Transfection with miR‐221‐3p mimics significantly decreased the apoptosis rate of KGN cells compared with transfection with miR‐221‐3p inhibitors. The expression level of miR‐221‐3p was negatively correlated with the messenger RNA and protein levels of the FOXO1 gene. Besides, FOXO1 expression was upregulated in DOR patients. In conclusion, these results provide evidence that downregulation of miR‐221‐3p expression promotes apoptosis of granulosa cells by upregulating FOXO1 expression, thus serving an important role in DOR pathogenesis.
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- Chaofeng Wei
- Master of Gynecology in Traditional Chinese Medicine, College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- First College of Clinical Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Integrative Medicine Research Centre of Reproduction and Heredity, The Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- First College of Clinical Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- First College of Clinical Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Integrative Medicine Research Centre of Reproduction and Heredity, The Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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Ren FJ, Yao Y, Cai XY, Fang GY. Emerging Role of MiR-192-5p in Human Diseases. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:614068. [PMID: 33708127 PMCID: PMC7940509 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.614068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2020] [Accepted: 01/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are a type of small non-coding RNAs that play an essential role in numerous biological processes by regulating the post-transcriptional expression of target genes. Recent studies have demonstrated that miR-192-5p, a member of the miR-192 family, partakes in several human diseases, especially various cancers, including cancers of the lung, liver, and breast. Importantly, the levels of miR-192-5p are abundant in biofluids, including the serum and urine, and the exosomal levels of miR-192-5p in circulation can aid in the diagnosis and prognosis of various diseases, such as chronic hepatitis B (CHB) infection disease. Notably, recent studies suggest that miR-192-5p is regulated by long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) and circular RNAs (circRNAs). However, there are no comprehensive overviews on the role of miR-192-5p in human diseases. This review discusses the significant studies on the role of miR-192-5p in various human diseases, with special emphasis on the diseases of the respiratory and digestive systems.
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- Fu-Jia Ren
- Department of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Women's Hospital (Hangzhou Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital), Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Women's Hospital School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Hangzhou First People's Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Women's Hospital (Hangzhou Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital), Hangzhou, China
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Zhu L, Jing J, Qin S, Zheng Q, Lu J, Zhu C, Liu Y, Fang F, Li Y, Ling Y. miR-130a-3p regulates steroid hormone synthesis in goat ovarian granulosa cells by targeting the PMEPA1 gene. Theriogenology 2021; 165:92-98. [PMID: 33647740 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2021.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Revised: 02/15/2021] [Accepted: 02/16/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are key epigenomic regulators of proliferation, differentiation, and secretion in cells involved in follicular development. We here studied the functional role of one such molecule, miR-130a-3p, in goat ovarian granulosa cells (GCs). High expression of this miRNA was evident in goat GCs by fluorescence in situ hybridization and suppressed estradiol and progesterone secretion from these cells, as determined by ELISA. miR-130a-3p was predicted to have a binding site for the 3' UTR of the prostate transmembrane protein androgen induced 1 gene (PMEPA1), and this was verified by a dual-luciferase reporter assay. PMEPA1 mRNA and protein expression were both found to be regulated by miR-130a-3p in GCs. Moreover, the overexpression or knockdown of PMEPA1 enhanced or suppressed estradiol and progesterone secretion from these cells, respectively. Furthermore, the secretion of estradiol and progesterone did not change significantly after the offsetting of PMEPA1 overexpression in GCs by miR-130a-3p. In summary, our present data indicate that miR-130a-3p inhibits the secretion of estradiol and progesterone in GCs by targeting PMEPA1. Our study thus provides seminal data and important new insights into the regulation of reproductive mechanisms in the nanny goat and other female mammals.
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- Lu Zhu
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Anhui Agricultural University, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China; Local Animal Genetic Resources Conservation and Biobreeding Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Hefei, 230036, China.
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Lou Z, Wu W, Chen R, Xia J, Shi H, Ge H, Xue J, Wang H, Lin Z, Chu M, Zhao Q. Microarray analysis reveals a potential role of lncRNA expression in remote ischemic preconditioning in myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury. Am J Transl Res 2021; 13:234-252. [PMID: 33527021 PMCID: PMC7847506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The challenge to avoid or reduce cardiopulmonary bypass-related injuries in cardiovascular surgery remains a major issue. Remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) remains a promising strategy whose clinical applications appear to be significantly more realistic and extensive as compared with other conservative or surgical strategies. However, considering its underlying mechanism(s) are still unclear, novel ideas and methods must be explored to enhance its potential in clinical applications. Long noncoding RNAs (LncRNAs) are a kind of RNAs that have been implicated in the occurrence and development of cardiovascular diseases. The differently expressed LncRNAs and their biological effects during RIPC have not been explored previously. In this study, mouse and human LncRNA microarrays were used to investigate the expression signatures of LncRNAs and mRNAs in the myocardial tissue after RIPC. Therafter, homology comparisons were used to screen homologous genes from differentially expressed LncRNAs. Competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) mechanism analysis were employed to find the matching relationship among homologous LncRNA, mRNA and microRNA. 554 differentially expressed mouse LncRNAs (281 up-regulated/273 down-regulated) and 1392 differentially expresssed human LncRNAs (635 up-regulated/757 down-regulated) were selected for further analysis. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) was used to quantify these LncRNAs, homology comparison and ceRNA mechanism analysis provided a pair of homologous LncRNAs (ENST00000574727 & ENSMUST00000123752) for further research investigation. Overall, in this study, a number of differentially expressed LncRNAs were identified which may play an important role the regulation of both inflammation and cell proliferation. The findings may thus unveil the mystery of RIPC and discover a novel protective mechanism for the mitigation of cardiovascular ischemia-reperfusion disease.
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- Zhiling Lou
- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Children’s Heart Center, Institute of Cardiovascular Development and Translational Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Children’s Heart Center, Institute of Cardiovascular Development and Translational Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Children’s Heart Center, Institute of Cardiovascular Development and Translational Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Medical College of Zhejiang UniversityHangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Children’s Heart Center, Institute of Cardiovascular Development and Translational Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Children’s Heart Center, Institute of Cardiovascular Development and Translational Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Pediatric Research Institute, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital & Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Children’s Heart Center, Institute of Cardiovascular Development and Translational Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children’s Hospital of Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Wenzhou Medical UniversityWenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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Cellular, Extracellular and Extracellular Vesicular miRNA Profiles of Pre-Ovulatory Follicles Indicate Signaling Disturbances in Polycystic Ovaries. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21249550. [PMID: 33333986 PMCID: PMC7765449 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21249550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2020] [Revised: 12/11/2020] [Accepted: 12/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Cell-free RNAs have the potential to act as a means of gene expression regulation between cells and are therefore used as diagnostic markers describing the state of tissue environment. The origin and functions of such RNAs in human ovarian follicle, the environment of oocyte maturation, are unclear. The current study investigates the difference in the microRNA profiles of fertile women and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) patients in three compartments from the same preovulatory follicle: mural granulosa cells (MGC), cell-free follicular fluid (FF), and extracellular vesicles (EV) of the FF by small RNA sequencing. In silico analysis was used for the prediction and over-representation of targeted pathways for the detected microRNAs. PCOS follicles were distinguished from normal tissue by the differential expression of 30 microRNAs in MGC and 10 microRNAs in FF (FDR < 0.1) that commonly regulate cytokine signaling pathways. The concentration of EV-s was higher in the FF of PCOS patients (p = 0.04) containing eight differentially expressed microRNAs (p < 0.05). In addition, we present the microRNA profiles of MGC, FF, and EV in the fertile follicle and demonstrate that microRNAs loaded into EVs target mRNAs of distinct signaling pathways in comparison to microRNAs in FF. To conclude, the three follicular compartments play distinct roles in the signaling disturbances associated with PCOS.
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Zhang R, Wesevich V, Chen Z, Zhang D, Kallen AN. Emerging roles for noncoding RNAs in female sex steroids and reproductive disease. Mol Cell Endocrinol 2020; 518:110875. [PMID: 32668269 PMCID: PMC7609472 DOI: 10.1016/j.mce.2020.110875] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2020] [Revised: 05/14/2020] [Accepted: 05/18/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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The "central dogma" of molecular biology, that is, that DNA blueprints encode messenger RNAs which are destined for translation into protein, has been challenged in recent decades. In actuality, a significant portion of the genome encodes transcripts that are transcribed into functional RNA. These noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs), which are not transcribed into protein, play critical roles in a wide variety of biological processes. A growing body of evidence derived from mouse models and human data demonstrates that ncRNAs are dysregulated in various reproductive pathologies, and that their expression is essential for female gametogenesis and fertility. Yet in many instances it is unclear how dysregulation of ncRNA expression leads to a disease process. In this review, we highlight new observations regarding the roles of ncRNAs in the pathogenesis of disordered female steroid hormone production and disease, with an emphasis on long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) and microRNAs (miRNAs). We will focus our discussion in the context of three ovarian disorders which are characterized in part by altered steroid hormone biology - diminished ovarian reserve, premature ovarian insufficiency, and polycystic ovary syndrome. We will also discuss the limitations and challenges faced in studying noncoding RNAs and sex steroid hormone production. An enhanced understanding of the role of ncRNAs in sex hormone regulatory networks is essential in order to advance the development of potential diagnostic markers and therapeutic targets for diseases, including those in reproductive health. Our deepened understanding of ncRNAs has the potential to uncover new applications and therapies; however, in many cases, the next steps will involve distinguishing critical ncRNAs from those which are merely changing in response to a particular disease state, or which are altogether unrelated to disease pathophysiology.
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- Runju Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Reproductive Genetics (Ministry of Education), Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, 1st Xueshi Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Department of Gynecology. Beijing Haidian Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Reproductive Genetics (Ministry of Education), Department of Reproductive Endocrinology, Women's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, 1st Xueshi Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA.
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Zou L, Cheng G, Xu C, Liu H, Wang Y, Li N, Zhu C, Xia W. The role of miR-128-3p through MAPK14 activation in the apoptosis of GC2 spermatocyte cell line following heat stress. Andrology 2020; 9:665-672. [PMID: 33089633 DOI: 10.1111/andr.12923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2020] [Revised: 10/11/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND MicroRNAs play a crucial role in the regulation of spermatogenesis. For example, miR-128-3p expression is known to decrease significantly after testicular hyperthermia, but the regulatory effect of this change on the spermatogenesis damage caused by heat stress remains unclear. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to verify whether the target gene of miR-128-3p is MAPK14, which affects spermatogenic cell proliferation and apoptosis under testicular hyperthermia. MATERIALS AND METHODS Mouse testis and GC2 spermatocyte cell line heat stress models were established. miR-128-3p expression before and after heat stress was analyzed by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction. MAPK14 and p-MAPK14 expression was detected by Western blot, and cell apoptosis was analyzed by Annexin V-FITC/PI. Subsequently, miR-128-3p inhibitors and mimics were used to interfere with spermatocytes before and after heat stress, respectively, for correlation detection. RESULTS Compared with the control group, the heat stress group showed decreased miR-128-3p expression, increased p-MAPK14 expression, and decreased cell proliferation activity. In the GC2-spd cell line in vitro, miR-128-3p inhibitors were found to upregulate p-MAPK14 expression, reduce cell proliferation activity, and increase apoptosis, consistent with the results obtained in the heat treatment alone. Furthermore, miR-128-3p mimics transfected in the GC2 cells after heat stress reduced p-MAPK14 expression, alleviated the decrease in cell proliferation, and decreased the apoptosis level. CONCLUSIONS The downregulation of miR-128-3p expression plays an important role in spermatogenesis damages after testicular hyperthermia, which is probably attributable to the activation of the MAPK signaling pathway. Downregulated miR-128-3p expression induces the apoptosis and inhibits the proliferation of spermatogenic cells by promoting MAPK14 phosphorylation.
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- Liping Zou
- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Institute of Reproductive Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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He R, Zhao Z, Yang Y, Liang X. Using bioinformatics and metabolomics to identify altered granulosa cells in patients with diminished ovarian reserve. PeerJ 2020; 8:e9812. [PMID: 32923184 PMCID: PMC7457930 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.9812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background During fertility treatment, diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) is a challenge that can seriously affect a patient's reproductive potential. However, the pathogenesis of DOR is still unclear and its treatment options are limited. This study aimed to explore DOR's molecular mechanisms. Methods We used R software to analyze the mRNA microarray dataset E-MTAB-391 downloaded from ArrayExpress, screen for differentially expressed genes (DEGs), and perform functional enrichment analyses. We also constructed the protein-protein interaction (PPI) and miRNA-mRNA networks. Ovarian granulosa cells (GCs) from women with DOR and the control group were collected to perform untargeted metabolomics analyses. Additionally, small molecule drugs were identified using the Connectivity Map database. Results We ultimately identified 138 DEGs. Our gene ontology (GO) analysis indicated that DEGs were mainly enriched in cytokine and steroid biosynthetic processes. According to the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG), the DEGs were mainly enriched in the AGE (advanced glycation end-product)-RAGE (receptor for AGE) signaling pathway in diabetic complications and steroid biosynthesis. In the PPI network, we determined that JUN, EGR1, HMGCR, ATF3, and SQLE were hub genes that may be involved in steroid biosynthesis and inflammation. miRNAs also played a role in DOR development by regulating target genes. We validated the differences in steroid metabolism across GCs using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). We selected 31 small molecules with potentially positive or negative influences on DOR development. Conclusion We found that steroidogenesis and inflammation played critical roles in DOR development, and our results provide promising insights for predicting and treating DOR.
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- Ruifen He
- The First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Key Laboratory for Gynecologic Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Key Laboratory for Gynecologic Oncology Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
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Xia X, Burn MS, Chen Y, Karakaya C, Kallen A. The relationship between H19 and parameters of ovarian reserve. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2020; 18:46. [PMID: 32404103 PMCID: PMC7218823 DOI: 10.1186/s12958-020-00578-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2019] [Accepted: 02/25/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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CONTEXT The H19 long noncoding RNA (lncRNA) belongs to a highly conserved, imprinted gene cluster involved in embryonic development and growth control. We previously described a novel mechanism whereby the Anti-mullerian hormone (Amh) appears to be regulated by H19. However, the relationship between circulating H19 and markers of ovarian reserve including AMH not been investigated. OBJECTIVE To determine whether H19 expression is altered in women with decreased ovarian reserve. DESIGN Experimental study. SETTING Yale School of Medicine (New Haven, USA) and Gazi University School of Medicine (Ankara, Turkey). PATIENTS OR OTHER PARTICIPANTS A total of 141 women undergoing infertility evaluation and treatment. INTERVENTION Collection of discarded blood samples and cumulus cells at the time of baseline infertility evaluation and transvaginal oocyte retrieval, respectively. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Serum and cumulus cell H19 expression. RESULTS Women with diminished ovarian reserve (as determined by AMH) had significantly lower serum H19 expression levels as compared to controls (p < 0.01). Serum H19 was moderately positively correlated with serum AMH. H19 expression was increased 3.7-fold in cumulus cells of IVF patients who demonstrated a high response to gonadotropins, compared to low responders (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION In this study, we show that downregulation of H19 in serum and cumulus cells is closely associated with decreased ovarian reserve, as measured by decreased AMH levels and reduced oocyte yield at oocyte retrieval. Further study with expanded sample sizes is necessary to determine whether H19 may be of use as a novel biomarker for diminished ovarian reserve.
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- Xi Xia
- Reproductive Center, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518000, China
- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics, Yale School of Medicine, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, New Haven, Connecticut 06512 USA
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- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics, Yale School of Medicine, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, New Haven, Connecticut 06512 USA
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- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics, Yale School of Medicine, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, New Haven, Connecticut 06512 USA
- Department of Histology and Embryology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian Province 350122 P.R. China
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Gazi University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics, Yale School of Medicine, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, New Haven, Connecticut 06512 USA
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Implications of miRNA expression pattern in bovine oocytes and follicular fluids for developmental competence. Theriogenology 2020; 145:77-85. [PMID: 32004821 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2020.01.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2019] [Revised: 12/23/2019] [Accepted: 01/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Developmental competence determines the oocyte capacity to support initial embryo growth, but the molecular mechanisms underlying this phenomenon are still ill-defined. Changes in microRNA (miRNA) expression pattern have been described during follicular growth in several species. Therefore, aim of this study was to investigate whether miRNA expression pattern in cow oocyte and follicular fluid (FF) is associated with the acquisition of developmental competence. Samples were collected from ovaries with more than, or fewer than, 10 mid-antral follicles (H- and L-ovaries) because previous studies demonstrated that this parameter is a reliable predictor of oocyte competence. After miRNA deep sequencing and bioinformatic data analysis, we identified 58 miRNAs in FF and 6 in the oocyte that were differentially expressed between H- and L-ovaries. Overall, our results indicate that miRNA levels both in FF and in the ooplasm must remain within specific thresholds and that changes in either direction compromising oocyte competence. Some of the miRNAs found in FF (miR-769, miR-1343, miR-450a, miR-204, miR-1271 and miR-451) where already known to regulate follicle growth and their expression pattern indicate that they are also involved in the acquisition of developmental competence. Some miRNAs were differentially expressed in both compartments but with opposite patterns, suggesting that miRNAs do not flow freely between FF and oocyte. Gene Ontology analysis showed that the predicted gene targets of most differentially expressed miRNAs are part of a few signalling pathways. Regulation of maternal mRNA storage and mitochondrial activity seem to be the processes more functionally relevant in determining oocyte quality. In conclusion, our data identified a few miRNAs in the follicular fluid and in the ooplasm that modulate the oocyte developmental competence. This provides new insights that could help with the management of cattle reproductive efficiency.
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Variants in BMP7 and BMP15 3'- UTRs Associated with Reproductive Traits in a Large White Pig Population. Animals (Basel) 2019; 9:ani9110905. [PMID: 31683967 PMCID: PMC6912256 DOI: 10.3390/ani9110905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2019] [Revised: 10/04/2019] [Accepted: 10/17/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Bone morphogenetic protein 7 (BMP7) and BMP15, which encode members of the BMP family, have been identified by whole-genome resequencing as breeding-related genes that overlap with a known quantitative trait locus for reproductive traits. In this study, we investigated the effects of variants at the BMP7 and BMP15 gene loci on sow reproductive traits. We isolated 669 and 1213 bp sequences of the 3’-untranslated region (3’-UTR) of the porcine BMP7 and BMP15 genes, respectively, and detected several RNA regulatory elements, such as miRNA response elements and AU-rich elements. Pooled DNA sequencing identified two novel point mutations (viz., BMP7 c.1569A>G and BMP15 c.2366G>A) in the 3’-UTR. Association analysis showed that the c.1569A>G polymorphism was associated with the litter weight trait in a Large White pig population. Furthermore, analysis of the combined genetic effects revealed that AA/GA and AG/GG were the favorable combined genotypes for the total number of piglets born (TNB) and the total number of piglets born alive (NBA), whereas. Together, our findings confirm that BMP7 and BMP15 are candidate genes for porcine reproductive performance.
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Fan Y, Chang Y, Wei L, Chen J, Li J, Goldsmith S, Silber S, Liang X. Apoptosis of mural granulosa cells is increased in women with diminished ovarian reserve. J Assist Reprod Genet 2019; 36:1225-1235. [PMID: 30980221 PMCID: PMC6602993 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-019-01446-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2019] [Accepted: 03/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Purpose To evaluate the relationship between apoptosis of granulosa cells in women with normal ovarian reserve versus diminished ovarian reserve, and relate that to follicular fluid hormones, and to clinical outcomes. Methods A prospective cohort study was initiated between October 2015 and June 2016 involving a total of 164 women undergoing IVF/ICSI cycles at a single IVF center. Mural and cumulus granulosa cells, and follicularfluid were collected during oocyte retrieval. Annexin V-FITC/PI apoptosis staining and flow cytometryanalysis were performed to evaluate apoptosis rate of mural granulosa cells and cumulus cells. Follicularfluid hormones were measured by ECLIA. Laboratory and clinical outcomes were analyzed. Results In mural granulosa cells, early, late and total apoptosis rates were significantly increased in women with diminished ovarian reserve when compare to women with normal ovarian reserve, along with lower AMHand progesterone levels (but higher estradiol levels) in follicular fluid. Early apoptosis rate of cumulus cellswas significantly higher in the non-pregnant group. The apoptosis rate of mural cells was negativelycorrelated with parameters related to ovarian response, oocyte yield, MII egg number, 2pn cleavagenumber, D3 good embryos number, blastocyst formation rate and frozen embryos number. A positivecorrelation was found between mural granulosa cell apoptosis and age. Conclusion A significantly higher apoptosis rate of mural granulosa cells was correlated with worse ovarian response, with fewer egg and embryo numbers in IVF/ICSI, as well as with age. Early apoptosis rate of cumulus cellsmight also have influence on clinical pregnancy. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1007/s10815-019-01446-5) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Yuting Fan
- Reproductive Medical Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 17th Shou-gou-ling Rd, Guangzhou, 510655, China
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 17th Shou-gou-ling Rd, Guangzhou, 510655, China
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 17th Shou-gou-ling Rd, Guangzhou, 510655, China
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 17th Shou-gou-ling Rd, Guangzhou, 510655, China
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 17th Shou-gou-ling Rd, Guangzhou, 510655, China
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- Infertility Center of St. Louis, 224 S. Woods Mill Road Suite 730, St. Louis, MO, 63017, USA
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- Infertility Center of St. Louis, 224 S. Woods Mill Road Suite 730, St. Louis, MO, 63017, USA
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 17th Shou-gou-ling Rd, Guangzhou, 510655, China.
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Liu S, Xie X, Lei H, Zou B, Xie L. Identification of Key circRNAs/lncRNAs/miRNAs/mRNAs and Pathways in Preeclampsia Using Bioinformatics Analysis. Med Sci Monit 2019; 25:1679-1693. [PMID: 30833538 PMCID: PMC6413561 DOI: 10.12659/msm.912801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to identify significantly altered circRNAs/lncRNAs/miRNAs/mRNAs pathways in preeclampsia (PE), investigate their target relationships, and determine their biological functions. MATERIAL AND METHODS Base on RNA-seq technique and the GEO database, expression profiles of circRNAs/lncRNAs/miRNAs/mRNAs related to PE were obtained. Differentially expressed RNAs were determined using the Limma package in R. Gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA) was performed using GSEA software (v. 3.0) and illustrated by ClusterProfiler and ggplot2 package in R. DAVID database (v. 6.8) was implemented to analyze functional categories and the association between genes and the corresponding Gene Ontology (GO) classification. The R visualization package GOPlot was used to get a better visualization of the relationships between genes and the selected functional categories. CeRNA networks which visualized the correlations between circRNA/lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA were constructed using Cytoscape software (v. 3.6.0). Targetscan and miRanda database were used to predict target relationships between circRNA/lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA. QRT-PCR and luciferase reporter assay were used to verify the expression and target relationship of has_circ_0088196/LINC01492/miR-100-5p/LIF (leukemia inhibitory factor). RESULTS The jak-stat signaling pathway was activated and miR-100-5p was downregulated in PE compared with normal tissues both in collected placental tissue samples and GEO database. Upregulated LIF, LINC01492, and hsa_circ_0088196 were negatively correlated with miR-100-5p expression and had a targeted relationship with miR-100-5p. CONCLUSIONS miR-100-5p may suppress PE development, while LIF, LINC01492, and hsa_circ_0088196 may promote it though inhibiting miR-100-5p. The jak-stat signaling pathway was activated and involved in PE progression.
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- Siwei Liu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences and Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China (mainland)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences and Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, China (mainland)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences and Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China (mainland)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences and Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China (mainland)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences and Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China (mainland)
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Imatinib treatments have long-term impact on placentation and embryo survival. Sci Rep 2019; 9:2535. [PMID: 30796277 PMCID: PMC6385245 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-39134-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2019] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Imatinib is an oral chemotherapeutic used primarily to treat chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). The potential effects of cancer treatments on a patient’s future fertility are a major concern affecting the quality of life for cancer survivors. The effects of imatinib on future fertility are unknown. It is teratogenic. Therefore, patients are advised to stop treatment before pregnancy. Unfortunately, CML and GIST have high rates of recurrence in the absence of the drug, therefore halting imatinib during pregnancy endangers the mother. Possible long-term (post-treatment) effects of imatinib on reproduction have not been studied. We have used a mouse model to examine the effects of imatinib on the placenta and implantation after long-term imatinib exposure. We found significant changes in epigenetic markers of key imprinted genes in the placenta. There was a significant decrease in the labyrinth zone and vasculature of the placenta, which could impact fetal growth later in pregnancy. These effects on placental growth occurred even when imatinib was stopped prior to pregnancy. These results indicate potential long-term effects of imatinib on pregnancy and implantation. A prolonged wash-out period prior to pregnancy or extra monitoring for possible placental insufficiency may be advisable.
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