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Meng Y, Liu S, Yu M, Liang H, Tong Y, Song J, Shi J, Cai W, Wu Q, Wen Z, Wang J, Guo F. The Changes of Blood and CSF Ion Levels in Depressed Patients: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Mol Neurobiol 2024; 61:5369-5403. [PMID: 38191692 DOI: 10.1007/s12035-023-03891-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: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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Micronutrient deficiencies and excesses are closely related to developing and treating depression. Traditional and effective antidepressants include tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and lithium. There is no consensus on the fluctuation of zinc (Zn2+), magnesium (Mg2+), calcium (Ca2+), copper (Cu2+), iron (Fe2+), and manganese (Mn2+) ion levels in depressed individuals before and after therapy. In order to determine whether there were changes in blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) levels of these ions in depressed patients compared with healthy controls and depressed patients treated with TCAs, SSRIs, or lithium, we applied a systematic review and meta-analysis. Using the Stata 17.0 software, we performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of the changes in ion levels in human samples from healthy controls, depressive patients, and patients treated with TCAs, SSRIs, and lithium, respectively. By searching the PubMed, EMBASE, Google Scholar, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), and WAN FANG databases, 75 published analyzable papers were chosen. In the blood, the levels of Zn2+ and Mg2+ in depressed patients had decreased while the Ca2+ and Cu2+ levels had increased compared to healthy controls, Fe2+ and Mn2+ levels have not significantly changed. After treatment with SSRIs, the levels of Zn2+ and Ca2+ in depressed patients increased while Cu2+ levels decreased. Mg2+ and Ca2+ levels were increased in depressed patients after Lithium treatment. The findings of the meta-analysis revealed that micronutrient levels were closely associated with the onset of depression and prompted more research into the underlying mechanisms as well as the pathophysiological and therapeutic implications.
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- Yulu Meng
- Department of Pharmacy, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110032, China
- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Science Experiment Center, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110001, China.
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- Department of Neurology, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110001, China.
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110032, China.
- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Shenyang, 110122, China.
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Chebieb I, Medjati ND, Harek Y, Guermouche B, Dali-Sahi M, Kachekouche Y, Benosman C. Imbalance of Plasma Copper and Zinc Levels and the Association Between the Cu/Zn Ratio and Lipid Peroxidation in Algerian Bipolar Patients. Biol Trace Elem Res 2024; 202:2450-2456. [PMID: 37725315 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-023-03858-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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Trace elements, through their interaction with biomolecules, can play an important role in the pathophysiology of bipolar disorder and protect against oxidative stress effects. The purpose of this study is to examine plasma concentration levels of zinc (Zn) and copper (Cu) of Algerian patients, diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and to compare these levels with those of healthy controls. The Cu/Zn ratio was calculated to explore a possible correlation between these elements and lipid peroxidation in the study groups. A total of 33 patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder and 38 healthy subjects participated in this study. Plasma copper and zinc concentrations were measured using a polarographic analyzer. The marker of plasma lipid peroxidation (Malondialdehyde: MDA) was determined by UV spectrophotometry. Plasma Cu concentrations were higher in patients compared to controls (p < 0.05), while the Zn level was significantly lower. Consequently, the Cu/Zn ratio was significantly different between patients and controls. Regarding MDA, no significant difference was noticed between the two study groups. However, in patients, a negative correlation was found between MDA and Cu/Zn ratio (r= -0.38, p= 0.027). These results suggested that an elevated Cu/Zn ratio is associated with attenuated lipid peroxidation in our bipolar patients.
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- Ikram Chebieb
- Analytical Chemistry and Electrochemistry Laboratory, Department of Biology, University of Abou Bekr Belkaïd, 13,000, Tlemcen, Algeria.
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- Analytical Chemistry and Electrochemistry Laboratory, Department of Biology, University of Abou Bekr Belkaïd, 13,000, Tlemcen, Algeria
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- Analytical Chemistry and Electrochemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, University of Abou Bekr Belkaïd, 13,000, Tlemcen, Algeria
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- Physiology, Physiopathology and Biochemistry of Nutrition Laboratory, Department of Biology, University of Abou Bekr Belkaïd, 13,000, Tlemcen, Algeria
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- Analytical Chemistry and Electrochemistry Laboratory, Department of Biology, University of Abou Bekr Belkaïd, 13,000, Tlemcen, Algeria
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- Analytical Chemistry and Electrochemistry Laboratory, Department of Biology, University of Hassiba Benbouali, 02,000, Chlef, Algeria
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- Division of Adults, Hospital Center of Rouvray, 76,600, Rouen, France
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Fu J, Wang Q, Wang N, Li S, Zhang H, Zhu Y, Guo H, Wang F, He L, Xia S, Cao B. Serum and urinary essential trace elements in association with major depressive disorders: a case-control study. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1297411. [PMID: 38106999 PMCID: PMC10722235 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1297411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
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Introduction The etiology and pathophysiology of major depressive disorders (MDDs) remain unclear. Increasing evidence has demonstrated that essential trace elements (ETEs), such as iodine (I), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), selenium (Se), cobalt (Co), and molybdenum (Mo), play vital roles in MDDs. Methods In total, 72 patients with MDD and 75 healthy controls (HCs) in the Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Henan Province, China were recruited in our study. The levels of different ETEs were examined in both serum and urine, using an inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer (ICP-MS), for both the MDD patients and HCs. Results The serum levels of I, Se, Cu, and Mo were significantly lower in the MDD patients compared to the HCs (p < 0.05), and the urinary levels of I and Zn were significantly higher in the MDD patients compared to the HCs (p < 0.05). The serum concentration of I (Q3: OR = 0.210, Q4: OR = 0.272) was negatively associated with MDD after adjusting for potential confounders, including age, gender, and BMI, and the urinary concentration of I (Q4: OR = 2.952) was positively associated. Conclusions The higher levels of I, Se, Cu, and Mo in serum might be protective against the development of MDD, and the excess I and Zn in urine may be associated with MDD pathogenesis. Future research needs to gain a deeper understanding of the metabolic pathways of ETEs, especially I, Se, Zn, Cu, and Mo, in MDD, and their role in the pathogenesis of depression.
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- Jiyong Fu
- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Cognition and Personality, Faculty of Psychology, Ministry of Education, Southwest University, Chongqing, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Zhumadian Second People's Hospital, Zhumadian, Henan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Cognition and Personality, Faculty of Psychology, Ministry of Education, Southwest University, Chongqing, China
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Sahin Z, Ozkurkculer A, Kalkan OF, Ozkaya A, Koc A, Ozen Koca R, Solak H, Solak Gormus ZI, Kutlu S. Investigation of Effects of Two Chronic Stress Protocols on Depression-Like Behaviors and Brain Mineral Levels in Female Rats: an Evaluation of 7-Day Immobilization Stress. Biol Trace Elem Res 2021; 199:660-667. [PMID: 32328969 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-020-02160-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2020] [Accepted: 04/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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We aimed to investigate the effects of two different chronic immobilization stress protocols on depression-related behaviors and brain mineral levels. Adult female Wistar albino rats were divided into 3 groups as follows (n = 10/group): control, immobilization stress-1 (45 min daily for 7 days), and immobilization stress-2 (45 min twice a day for 7 day). Stress-related behavior was evaluated by means of the forced swimming test (FST) and open field test (OFT). Minerals were analyzed using an inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer. In the FST, swimming and immobility were significantly lower in the immobilization stress-1 and immobilization stress-2 groups. The climbing duration of the immobilization stress-2 group was higher than the control group. In the OFT, percentage of time spent in the central area was significantly lower in the immobilization stress-1 and immobilization stress-2 groups. Values of latency to center area, rearing, and grooming did not significantly differ between groups. In the immobilization stress-1 group, zinc was lower, and iron, copper, and manganese were higher than the control group. In the immobilization stress-2 group, copper and manganese were higher, and phosphate was lower than the control group. Our results showed that depression-related behaviors were more dominant in the immobilization stress-1 group. A decrease in the brain zinc level was valid only for the immobilization stress-1 group. These results point to the role of low brain zinc levels in the pathophysiology of depression.
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- Z Sahin
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey.
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- Department of Physiology, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Art, Adiyaman University, Adiyaman, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Hitit University, Corum, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Physiology, Meram Faculty of Medicine, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey
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Gong A, Wan D, Liang H, Yan L, Yu Z, Zhang H, Wang Q, Dou M. Joint replenishment of zinc and folic acid enhances the anti-depressive effect of paroxetine via increasing serum calcium and copper and decreasing serum arsenic. Neurosci Lett 2020; 737:135270. [PMID: 32777348 DOI: 10.1016/j.neulet.2020.135270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2020] [Revised: 06/23/2020] [Accepted: 07/20/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Insufficient zinc and folic acid levels are associated with depression and poor response to antidepressants. This study aimed to investigate the influences of combined zinc and folic acid replenishment on the anti-depressive effect of paroxetine. Male rats were randomly divided into five groups: control (C), model (M), paroxetine (MP), zinc + folic acid (MZnF), and zinc + folic acid + paroxetine (MZnFP) groups. Rats were exposed to mild unpredictable stress for 3 weeks as a depression model. The combinations of drug and supplements were applied via daily gavage for 4 weeks. The open field test was conducted to observe behavioral changes. A chemiluminescence method was used to detect folacin, and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry was used to detect serum elements. Supplementation of zinc and folic acid significantly improved behavior responses to paroxetine, including movement speed, total distance, and central zone frequency. In addition, higher calcium and copper levels and a lower arsenic level were found in the serum of the MZnFP group. Thus, supplementation of zinc and folacin can enhance the anti-depressive effect of paroxetine, and the mechanism is potentially related to the improved levels of calcium and copper and a reduced level of arsenic.
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- Anjing Gong
- Department of Neurosurgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266000, China
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- Department of Operating Room, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266000, China
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- Department of Human Nutrition, College of Public Health, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266000, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Qingdao Central Hospital, Qingdao 266042, China
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- Research Center, Qingdao Supervision and Testing Center of Product Quality, Qingdao, 266000, China
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- Department of Food Inspection, Qingdao Food and Drug Inspection Institute, Qingdao, 266071, China
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- Department of Human Nutrition, College of Public Health, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266000, China
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- Department of Human Nutrition, College of Public Health, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266000, China.
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de Souza Pessôa G, de Jesus JR, Balbuena TS, Arruda MAZ. Metallomics-based platforms for comparing the human blood serum profiles between bipolar disorder and schizophrenia patients. RAPID COMMUNICATIONS IN MASS SPECTROMETRY : RCM 2020; 34 Suppl 3:e8698. [PMID: 31837042 DOI: 10.1002/rcm.8698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2019] [Revised: 12/10/2019] [Accepted: 12/12/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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RATIONALE An evaluation of bipolar disorder (BD) and schizophrenia (SCZ) was carried out, from a metallomics point of view, using native conditions, attempting to preserve the interaction between metals and biomolecules. METHOD For this task, blood serum samples from healthy individuals and patients were compared. In addition, the profiles of metal ions and metalloids involved in the pathologies were quantified, and a comparison was carried out of the protein profile in serum samples of healthy individuals and diseased patients. RESULTS After optimization and accuracy evaluation of the method, different concentrations of Li, Mg, Mn and Zn were observed in the samples of BD patients and high levels of copper for SCZ patients, indicating an imbalance in the homeostasis of important micronutrients. The treatment, especially with lithium, may be related to competition between metallic ions. BD-related metallobiomolecules were detected, preserving the binding between metal ions and biomolecules, with four fractions detected in the ultraviolet range (280 nm). Four fractions were collected by high-performance liquid chromatography/inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (HPLC/ICP-MS) and the proteins were identified by liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS). The Ig lambda chain V-IV region Hil, immunoglobulin heavy constant gama 1 (IGHG1) and beta-2-glycoprotein 1 (or ApoH) was identified in SCZ samples, suggesting its relationship with mood disorders. Surprisingly, Protein IGKV2D-28 was identified only in BD samples, opening up new possibilities for studies regarding the role of this protein in BD. CONCLUSIONS This approach brings new perspectives to the comprehension of mood disorders, highlighting the importance of metallomics science in disease development. This strategy showed an innovative potential for evaluating mood disorders at the proteomic level, making it possible to identify proteins related to mood disorders and BD.
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- Gustavo de Souza Pessôa
- Group of Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization (GEPAM), Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, PO Box 6154, 13084-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
- National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, 13084-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Group of Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization (GEPAM), Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, PO Box 6154, 13084-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
- National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, 13084-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Tecnologia, Faculdade de Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Universidade Estadual Paulista "Júlio de Mesquita Filho", Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil
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- Group of Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization (GEPAM), Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, PO Box 6154, 13084-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
- National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, 13084-862, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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de Jesus JR, Arruda MAZ. A feasible strategy based on high ultrasound frequency and mass spectrometry for discriminating individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia through ionomic profile. RAPID COMMUNICATIONS IN MASS SPECTROMETRY : RCM 2020; 34 Suppl 3:e8798. [PMID: 32246870 DOI: 10.1002/rcm.8798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2019] [Revised: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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RATIONALE A viable and accurate method based on high-power ultrasound-assisted microextraction and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry was developed to determine metals in human serum from patients with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. METHODS A simple and rapid sample preparation method using a cup-horn sonoreactor was developed. The acid concentration of HNO3 (10, 20, and 40% v/v) and HCl (1, 5, 15, and 30% v/v) of the extraction solution, the sonication time (1, 3, 6, and 10 min), and the sonication amplitude (20, 40, 60, and 80%) were evaluated. Cd, Cu, Fe, Li, Pb, and Zn were determined in serum samples from patients with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, and from healthy controls. Quantitative metal recoveries using the proposed method were compared under the same conditions using an ultrasonic bath, magnetic stirring, and microwave-assisted digestion. RESULTS Optimum extraction conditions were obtained using HNO3 (40% v/v) + HCl (30% v/v) as the extraction solution with 3 min sonication time and 60% sonication amplitude. Significant differences were observed among the methods compared. On application of the sample preparation method based on high-power ultrasound-assisted microextraction coupled with inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, Pb and Cd in all the studied samples were below the limit of detection of our method. Compared with healthy controls, the concentration of Cu, Li, Fe, and Zn was found to be significantly higher for the bipolar disorder group, while these metals and Li were found at a lower level for the group diagnosed with schizophrenia. CONCLUSIONS Principal component analysis showed a significant separation for the groups studied based on their ionomic profiles after the application of high-power ultrasound-assisted microextraction as a sample preparation strategy.
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- Jemmyson Romário de Jesus
- Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization Group, GEPAM, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, Brazil
- National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics, Campinas, Brazil
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- Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization Group, GEPAM, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas, UNICAMP, Campinas, Brazil
- National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics, Campinas, Brazil
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Santa Cruz EC, Madrid KC, Arruda MAZ, Sussulini A. Association between trace elements in serum from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia patients considering treatment effects. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2020; 59:126467. [PMID: 31954929 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2020.126467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2019] [Revised: 01/03/2020] [Accepted: 01/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Imbalances in metal concentrations have been suggested to contribute to the pathophysiology of different brain disorders, such as bipolar disorder (BD) and schizophrenia (SCZ). OBJECTIVES The aim of this exploratory study is to evaluate the association between the concentrations of macro/trace elements in serum from BD and SCZ patients considering the effects from different treatments. METHODS Eleven subjects with SCZ, seven with BD treated with lithium (BDL) and eight subjects with BD treated with other medications except lithium (BDN) were recruited for the study, as well as eleven healthy controls (HC). Serum concentrations of eleven macro/trace elements (Se, Zn, Fe, K, Ca, Mg, P, Al, Cu, Mn, and Ni) were determined using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). RESULTS Se and Zn concentrations were significantly lower for patients with SCZ and BD in comparison to HC by one-way ANOVA test. Moreover, serum concentrations for Fe were significantly higher (p < 0.05) in BDN (548 ± 92 μg L-1) and SCZ (632 ± 279 μg L-1) in comparison to HC (421 ± 121 μg L-1). A significant negative correlation was reported between Se and Fe in BDL group (r = -0.935, p < 0.05). In addition, a significantly higher Cu/Zn ratio was determined in SCZ group against HC (ratio = 2.4, p = 0.028). CONCLUSIONS The obtained results suggest that the imbalance in Fe concentrations is an effect of BD treatment. Lithium is supposed to have an antagonist effect for Se in BDL patients. A negative correlation reported between Fe and BMI in SCZ group could be related to antipsychotic treatment and the Cu/Zn ratio reported could be considered as a suggesting parameter to relate oxidative stress to SCZ. Future studies including larger number of patients with SCZ and BD before and after treatment are necessary to confirm the investigative results presented herein.
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- Elisa C Santa Cruz
- Laboratory of Bioanalytics and Integrated Omics (LaBIOmics), Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), P.O. Box 6154, 13083-970, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization Group (GEPAM), Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), P.O. Box 6154, 13083-970, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Spectrometry, Sample Preparation and Mechanization Group (GEPAM), Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), P.O. Box 6154, 13083-970, Campinas, SP, Brazil; National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics - INCTBio, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), P.O. Box 6154, 13083-970, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioanalytics and Integrated Omics (LaBIOmics), Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), P.O. Box 6154, 13083-970, Campinas, SP, Brazil; National Institute of Science and Technology for Bioanalytics - INCTBio, Institute of Chemistry, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), P.O. Box 6154, 13083-970, Campinas, SP, Brazil.
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Comai S, Bertazzo A, Vachon J, Daigle M, Toupin J, Côté G, Gobbi G. Trace elements among a sample of prisoners with mental and personality disorders and aggression: correlation with impulsivity and ADHD indices. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2019; 51:123-129. [PMID: 30466921 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2018.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2018] [Revised: 09/10/2018] [Accepted: 10/04/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Mental, personality and substance use disorders are over represented among prisoners and aggressive individuals. The psychopathological and biological markers linked to mental functioning remain still unclear. In particular, the role of trace elements in mental illness is still matter of debate. Here, we investigated whether trace elements are correlated to specific psychopathological phenotype groups. METHODS Axis I and II disorders, aggression, impulsivity, adult attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD) indices and serum levels of zinc, copper and cadmium were evaluated in 160 male prisoners. RESULTS Using latent class analysis we could subdivide prisoners into three distinct psychopathological classes: Class 1 characterized by low prevalence of aggression, personality disorders and substance abuse/dependence (alcohol, cannabis, cocaine); Class 2 represented by low prevalence of aggression and high prevalence of personality disorders and substance abuse/dependence; Class 3 defined by high prevalence of aggression, personality disorders and substance abuse/dependence. Serum levels of zinc were higher in Class 2 and 3 compared to Class 1. Moreover, Class 3 was associated with higher scores of impulsivity and ADHD indices. CONCLUSION Our results suggest that impulsivity but also adult ADHD indices are related to aggressive behaviour, and higher zinc levels are linked to personality disorders and addictions, but not to aggression.
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- Stefano Comai
- Neurobiological Psychiatry Unit, Department of Psychiatry, McGill University Health Center, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada; San Raffaele Scientific Institute and Vita Salute University, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Institut Philippe-Pinel, Montreal, QC, Canada; Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada
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- Institut Philippe-Pinel, Montreal, QC, Canada; Department of Psychoeducation, Sherbrooke University, QC, Canada
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- Institut Philippe-Pinel, Montreal, QC, Canada; Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada
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- Neurobiological Psychiatry Unit, Department of Psychiatry, McGill University Health Center, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada.
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Feng H, Ha F, Hu G, Wu Y, Yu S, Ji Z, Feng W, Wang T, Jia G. Concentration of chromium in whole blood and erythrocytes showed different relationships with serum apolipoprotein levels in Cr(VI) exposed subjects. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2018; 50:384-392. [PMID: 30262309 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2018.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2018] [Revised: 08/02/2018] [Accepted: 08/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the effects of hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] on apolipoprotein(Apo) metabolism. METHODS One hundred and six long-term Cr(VI) exposed subjects and fifty five non-exposed individuals were recruited. The blood metals, glucose and lipid parameters were measured to evaluate the effects of hexavalent chromium on the apolipoproteins. RESULTS The quantity and homeostasis of multi-elements were significantly different between Cr(VI)exposed subjects and the controls(P < 0.05). The levels of serum TG, FPG, LDL-C, Apo AI, AII, CII, CIII, E and Lp(a) also changed significantly (P < 0.05). Concentration of chromium in whole blood and erythrocytes had different relationships with serum apolipoprotein levels in Cr(VI)exposed subjects. CONCLUSIONS Exposure of hexavalent chromium could significantly change the homeostasis of multi-elements as well as the levels of serum apolipoproteins. Cr(III) and Cr(VI)may have different effects on the apolipoproteins.
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- Huimin Feng
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Third Hospital of Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Third Hospital of Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Occupational Medicine of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
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- Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Jinan City, Shandong Province, China
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- Laboratory for Bio-Environmental Health Sciences, Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Third Hospital of Peking University, Beijing, China; Medical Research Center, Third Hospital of Peking University, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, China.
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Islam MR, Islam MR, Shalahuddin Qusar MMA, Islam MS, Kabir MH, Mustafizur Rahman GKM, Islam MS, Hasnat A. Alterations of serum macro-minerals and trace elements are associated with major depressive disorder: a case-control study. BMC Psychiatry 2018; 18:94. [PMID: 29631563 PMCID: PMC5891975 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-018-1685-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2017] [Accepted: 04/03/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mixed disorder with the highly irregular course, inconsistent response to treatment and has no well-known mechanism for the pathophysiology. Major causes of depression are genetic, neurobiological, and environmental. However, over the past few years, altered serum levels of macro-minerals (MM) and trace elements (TE) have been recognized as major causative factors to the pathogenesis of many mental disorders. The purpose of this study was to determine the serum levels of MM (calcium and magnesium) and TE (copper, iron, manganese, selenium, and zinc) in MDD patients and find out their associations with depression risk. METHODS This prospective case-control study recruited 247 patients and 248 healthy volunteers matched by age and sex. The serum levels of MM and TE were analyzed by atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). Statistical analysis was performed with independent sample t-tests and Pearson's correlation test. RESULTS We found significantly decreased concentrations of calcium and magnesium, iron, manganese, selenium, and zinc in MDD patients compared with control subjects (p < 0.05). But the concentration of copper was significantly increased in the patients than control subjects (p < 0.05). Data obtained from different inter-element relations in MDD patients and control subjects strongly suggest that there is a disturbance in the element homeostasis. CONCLUSION Our study suggests that altered serum concentrations of MM and TE are major contributing factors for the pathogenesis of MDD. Alterations of these elements in serum levels of MDD patients arise independently and they may provide a prognostic tool for the assessment of depression risk.
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- Md Rabiul Islam
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, 1000, Bangladesh.
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- 0000 0001 1498 6059grid.8198.8Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, 1000 Bangladesh
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- 0000 0001 2034 9320grid.411509.8Department of Psychiatry, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, 1000 Bangladesh
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- grid.449503.fDepartment of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Sonapur, Noakhali, 3814 Bangladesh
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- grid.443108.aDepartment of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, Salna, Gazipur, 1706 Bangladesh
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- grid.443108.aDepartment of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, Salna, Gazipur, 1706 Bangladesh
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- 0000 0001 1498 6059grid.8198.8Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, 1000 Bangladesh
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- 0000 0001 1498 6059grid.8198.8Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, 1000 Bangladesh
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Chen X, Li Y, Zhang T, Yao Y, Shen C, Xue Y. Association of Serum Trace Elements with Schizophrenia and Effects of Antipsychotic Treatment. Biol Trace Elem Res 2018; 181:22-30. [PMID: 28470477 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-017-1039-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2017] [Accepted: 04/25/2017] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Variation of serum trace elements was previously reported in schizophrenia (SZ) patients; however, whether such variation is resulted from the antipsychotic treatment remains obscure. A case control study consist of 165 SZ inpatients and 614 healthy controls measured serum magnesium (Mg), Copper (Cu), calcium (Ca), phosphorus (Phos), iron (Fe), and zinc (Zn) to investigate the relationship of trace elements and SZ. The SZ patients were further followed up (average 3.8 weeks) to evaluate the effects of antipsychotic treatment on the trace element concentrations using repeated measures ANOVA analysis. The results showed that higher concentrations of Mg and Phos and lower concentrations of Ca, Fe, and Zn were significant in SZ patients than that of controls (P < 0.01). The age was positively correlated with Fe and Cu, and negatively correlated with Ca, Phos, and Zn in controls (P < 0.05). Fe in male SZ patients was significantly higher than in female (P < 0.001), as well as in paranoid SZ and acute SZ (P < 0.05). Phos significantly increased after risperidone, clozapine, and aripiprazole treatment (P < 0.05), while Cu was decreased after clozapine and aripiprazole treatment. Zn significantly decreased particularly in mixed type SZ, acute SZ, and schizotypal SZ after antipsychotic treatment. These results suggested that higher concentration of Phos and lower concentration of Fe and Zn have important implications for the risk of SZ and the antipsychotic treatment is likely to result in the decreased Fe and increased Phos in the clinical subtypes of SZ.
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- Xuefei Chen
- Department of Medical Laboratory, Huaian Third Hospital, 272 Huaihai West Road, Huaian, 223001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Laboratory, Huaian Third Hospital, 272 Huaihai West Road, Huaian, 223001, People's Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, 241001, China
- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Nanjing Medical University, No. 101 Longmian Avenue, Jiangning District, Nanjing, 211166, China
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- School of Public Health, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu, 241001, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Nanjing Medical University, No. 101 Longmian Avenue, Jiangning District, Nanjing, 211166, China.
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- Department of Medical Laboratory, Huaian Third Hospital, 272 Huaihai West Road, Huaian, 223001, People's Republic of China.
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Chowdhury MI, Hasan M, Islam MS, Sarwar MS, Amin MN, Uddin SMN, Rahaman MZ, Banik S, Hussain MS, Yokota K, Hasnat A. Elevated serum MDA and depleted non-enzymatic antioxidants, macro-minerals and trace elements are associated with bipolar disorder. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2017; 39:162-168. [PMID: 27908410 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2016.09.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2016] [Revised: 09/25/2016] [Accepted: 09/30/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Genetic and neurobiological factors are considered to be the major causes of mood and mental disorders. However, over the past few years, increased levels of serum malondialdehyde and altered levels of various non-enzymatic antioxidants and essential minerals involved in abnormal functional activity have been identified as major contributing factors to the pathogenesis of several neurological disorders. The aim of this study was to determine the levels of the serum lipid peroxidation product malondialdehyde (MDA), antioxidants (vitamin A, E and C), macro-minerals (calcium, potassium and sodium) and trace elements (zinc, iron and selenium) in patients with bipolar disorder and to explore their role in disease progression. This is a prospective case-control study that evaluated 55 patients with bipolar disorder and 55 healthy volunteers matched by age and sex. Serum MDA levels were determined by UV spectrophotometry as a marker of lipid peroxidation. RP-HPLC was employed to investigate the serum vitamin A and E concentrations, whereas UV spectrophotometry was used to quantify levels of vitamin C. Serum macro-minerals and trace elements were analyzed by atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). Statistical analysis was performed with independent sample t-tests and Pearson's correlation test. We found significantly higher concentrations of MDA (p<0.05) and significantly lower concentrations of antioxidants (vitamin A, E and C) (p<0.05) in the patient group compared with control group. Regarding trace elements and macro-minerals, lower concentrations of zinc, calcium, iron, selenium, sodium and potassium were found in the patient group compared with control subjects (p<0.05). Our study suggests that high serum MDA concentrations and low serum concentrations of antioxidants, macro-minerals and trace elements are strongly associated with bipolar disorder.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Chittagong, Chittagong 4331, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali 3814, Bangladesh
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- Department of Life Science and Biotechnology, Shimane University, 1060 Nishikawatsu-cho, Matsue-Shi, Shimane 690-8504, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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González-Domínguez R. Size Fractionation of Metal Species from Serum Samples for Studying Element Biodistribution in Alzheimer’s Disease. METALS IN THE BRAIN 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4939-6918-0_8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Młyniec K, Gaweł M, Doboszewska U, Starowicz G, Nowak G. The Role of Elements in Anxiety. VITAMINS AND HORMONES 2016; 103:295-326. [PMID: 28061974 DOI: 10.1016/bs.vh.2016.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Elements (bioelements) are necessary factors required for the physiological function of organisms. They are critically involved in fundamental processes of life. Extra- and intracellular message and metabolic pathway factors as well as structural components include one or many elements in their functional structure. Recent years have seen an intensification in terms of knowledge gained about the roles of elements in anxiety disorders. In this chapter we present a review of the most important current data concerning the involvement of zinc, magnesium, copper, lithium, iron, and manganese, and their deficiency, in the pathophysiology and treatment of anxiety.
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- K Młyniec
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland.
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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Liu T, Lu QB, Yan L, Guo J, Feng F, Qiu J, Wang J. Comparative Study on Serum Levels of 10 Trace Elements in Schizophrenia. PLoS One 2015; 10:e0133622. [PMID: 26186003 PMCID: PMC4505857 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0133622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2015] [Accepted: 06/30/2015] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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The etiology and pathophysiology of schizophrenia remain obscure. This study explored the associations between schizophrenia risk and serum levels of 10 trace elements. A 1:1 matched case-control study was conducted and matched by age and sex. Blood samples were collected to determine the concentrations of nickel, molybdenum, arsenic, aluminum, chromium, manganese, selenium, copper, iron and zinc by an inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry. The conditional logistic regression model was used to analyze the associations between trace elements and schizophrenia risk. Totally 114 schizophrenia patients and 114 healthy controls were recruited in the study. The multivariate analysis demonstrated that copper≤0.97 μg/mL, selenium≤72 ng/mL and manganese>3.95 ng/mL were associated with an increased risk of schizophrenia. The study showed that lower levels of selenium, copper and higher levels of manganese were found in schizophrenia patients compared with healthy controls.
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- Tiebing Liu
- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
- Civil Aviation Medicine Center, Civil Aviation Administration of China, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, PLA 261st Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, PLA 261st Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, PLA 261st Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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Młyniec K, Gaweł M, Doboszewska U, Starowicz G, Pytka K, Davies CL, Budziszewska B. Essential elements in depression and anxiety. Part II. Pharmacol Rep 2014; 67:187-94. [PMID: 25712638 DOI: 10.1016/j.pharep.2014.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2014] [Revised: 09/15/2014] [Accepted: 09/16/2014] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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In this paper we continue to discuss the involvement of essential elements in depression and anxiety, and the possible mechanisms that link elements to the neurobiology underlying depression/anxiety. The present paper is focused on copper, selenium, manganese, iodine and vanadium. Different aspects of relationship between elements and depression or anxiety are reviewed, e.g. the association of the amount of an element in a diet or the serum level of an element and depressive or anxiety-like symptoms. Moreover, the relation of selected elements to the pathophysiology of depression or anxiety is discussed in the context of enzymes which require these elements as co-factors and are involved in the underlying pathophysiology of these disorders.
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- Katarzyna Młyniec
- Department of Biochemical Toxicology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland.
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- Department of Radioligands, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacobiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland; Institute of Pharmacology, Polish Academy of Sciences, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacobiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
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- Neurobiology Division, The Roslin Institute & Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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- Department of Biochemical Toxicology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland; Institute of Pharmacology, Polish Academy of Sciences, Kraków, Poland
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Homeostasis of metals in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Biometals 2014; 27:539-49. [DOI: 10.1007/s10534-014-9728-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2013] [Accepted: 03/14/2014] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Jiang LF, Liao HL, Huang HM, Zhou LX, Li L, Cheng SX, Du CZ. Potential prevention and treatment of maifanite for Alzheimer's disease based on behavior test, oxidative stress assay, and trace element analysis in hippocampus of Aβ(₂₅₋₃₅)-induced AD rats. Biol Trace Elem Res 2013; 152:50-6. [PMID: 23279943 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-012-9590-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2012] [Accepted: 12/20/2012] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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This study aimed to assess whether maifanite can improve the learning and memory, and antioxidant abilities of Alzheimer's disease (AD) rats. The 70 rats were divided into seven groups: [A] normal control group, [B] AD model group, [C] sham group, [D] positive control group (donepezil), [E] low-dose maifanite group, [F] middle-dose maifanite group, [G] high-dose maifanite group. For [B], [D], [E], [F], and [G] groups, Aβ(25-35) ventricle injection was carried out, then respective medicine were administered once a day for 60 consecutive days. The step-down and step-through test were used to measure learning and memory ability. The hippocampus levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and malondialdehyde (MDA) were assayed. The hippocampus contents of Al, Fe, Cu, Zn, Se, and Mn were analyzed by inductively coupled plasma-atomic emission spectrometer. Maifanite decreased the acquisition errors and the retention errors while prolonging the step-down latency, and decreased the number of electric shocks while prolonging the first latency of AD rats. Aβ(25-35) ventricle injection initiated the decrease of SOD and GSH-Px activities and the increase of MDA content, and triggered the rise of Al, Fe, and Cu levels and the decline of Mn, Zn, and Se levels. The SOD and GSH-Px activities were enhanced followed by reduced MDA level, and the levels of Mn, Zn, and Se increased accompanied by Al, Fe, and Cu decreased in the maifanite treat groups. Maifanite could improve the learning and memory, and the antioxidant abilities of AD rats. Maifanite had the potential prevention and treatment for AD.
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- Ling-Feng Jiang
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 6# post box, 179 Mingxiudong Road, Nanning, Guangxi 530001, People's Republic of China.
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Shohag H, Ullah A, Qusar S, Rahman M, Hasnat A. Alterations of serum zinc, copper, manganese, iron, calcium, and magnesium concentrations and the complexity of interelement relations in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Biol Trace Elem Res 2012; 148:275-80. [PMID: 22383079 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-012-9371-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2012] [Accepted: 02/20/2012] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the status of serum trace elements: zinc, copper, manganese, iron, calcium, and magnesium concentrations in obsessive-compulsive disorder patients. Forty-eight obsessive-compulsive disorder patients and 48 healthy volunteers were included in this study. Patients were recruited from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University by random sampling. Serum trace element concentrations were determined using flame atomic absorption spectroscopy (for zinc, copper, iron, calcium, and magnesium) as well as graphite furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy (for manganese). Data were analyzed using independent t test, Pearson's correlation analysis, regression analysis, and ANOVA. Statistical analysis of these data showed a definite pattern of variation among certain elements in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder compared to controls. In patients' serum, zinc, iron, and magnesium concentrations decreased significantly (p<0.05) compared to the controls. Serum manganese and calcium concentrations were significantly higher (p<0.05) in patients compared to the controls. These data showed a definite imbalance in the interelement relations in obsessive-compulsive disorder patients compared to controls and therefore suggest a disturbance in the element homeostasis.
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- Hasanuzzaman Shohag
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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Page KE, White KN, McCrohan CR, Killilea DW, Lithgow GJ. Aluminium exposure disrupts elemental homeostasis in Caenorhabditis elegans. Metallomics 2012; 4:512-22. [PMID: 22534883 DOI: 10.1039/c2mt00146b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Aluminium (Al) is highly abundant in the environment and can elicit a variety of toxic responses in biological systems. Here we characterize the effects of Al on Caenorhabditis elegans by identifying phenotypic abnormalities and disruption in whole-body metal homeostasis (metallostasis) following Al exposure in food. Widespread changes to the elemental content of adult nematodes were observed when chronically exposed to Al from the first larval stage (L1). Specifically, we saw increased barium, chromium, copper and iron content, and a reduction in calcium levels. Lifespan was decreased in worms exposed to low levels of Al, but unexpectedly increased when the Al concentration reached higher levels (4.8 mM). This bi-phasic phenotype was only observed when Al exposure occurred during development, as lifespan was unaffected by Al exposure during adulthood. Lower levels of Al slowed C. elegans developmental progression, and reduced hermaphrodite self-fertility and adult body size. Significant developmental delay was observed even when Al exposure was restricted to embryogenesis. Similar changes in Al have been noted in association with Al toxicity in humans and other mammals, suggesting that C. elegans may be of use as a model for understanding the mechanisms of Al toxicity in mammalian systems.
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- Kathryn E Page
- The Buck Institute for Research on Aging, 8001 Redwood Blvd, Novato, CA 94945, USA
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Transition metal abnormalities in progressive dementias. Biometals 2011; 25:337-50. [DOI: 10.1007/s10534-011-9504-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2010] [Accepted: 10/21/2011] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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González-Estecha M, Trasobares EM, Tajima K, Cano S, Fernández C, López JL, Unzeta B, Arroyo M, Fuentenebro F. Trace elements in bipolar disorder. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2011; 25 Suppl 1:S78-83. [PMID: 21242074 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2010.10.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2010] [Accepted: 10/26/2010] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Trace elements may play an important role in bipolar disorders. The objective of this study is to determine serum copper and zinc, blood lead and cadmium and urine lead, cadmium and thallium concentrations in patients diagnosed with bipolar disorders and to compare these levels with those of a healthy control group. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 25 patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder and 29 healthy subjects participated in this study. Serum copper and zinc concentrations were measured using flame atomic absorption spectrometry; the blood lead and cadmium concentrations were measured by electrothermal atomization atomic absorption spectrometry with Zeeman background correction; urine lead, cadmium and thallium concentrations were measured by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. RESULTS Median blood and urine lead and cadmium levels were significantly higher among the bipolar patients than among the control group: Blood lead (μg/dL): patient median: 3.00 (IQR: 1.40-4.20); control median (μg/dL): 2.20 (IQR: 0.90-3.00) p=0.040. Blood cadmium (μg/L): patient median: 0.39 (IQR: 0.10-1.15); control median: 0.10 (IQR: 0.10-0.17) p<0.001. The median of cadmium (μg/L) in patients who smoked (1.20 IQR: 0.44-2.30) was higher than that in non-smokers (0.12 IQR: 0.10-0.34) p<0.001. There was a statistically significant increase (p=0.001) in zinc levels among patients in the manic phase (mean 111.28, SD: 33.36 μg/dL) with respect to the control group (mean 86.07, SD: 12.39 μg/dL). CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that there could be higher levels of some toxic trace elements in the group of patients with bipolar disorder than in the healthy control group.
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Mustak MS, Hegde ML, Dinesh A, Britton GB, Berrocal R, Subba Rao K, Shamasundar NM, Rao KSJ, Sathyanarayana Rao TS. Evidence of altered DNA integrity in the brain regions of suicidal victims of Bipolar Depression. Indian J Psychiatry 2010; 52:220-8. [PMID: 21180406 PMCID: PMC2990821 DOI: 10.4103/0019-5545.70974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) integrity plays a significant role in cell function. There are limited studies with regard to the role of DNA damage in bipolar affective disorder (BP). In the present study, we have assessed DNA integrity, conformation, and stability in the brain region of bipolar depression (BD) patients (n=10) compared to age-matched controls (n=8). Genomic DNA was isolated from 10 postmortem BD patients' brain regions (frontal cortex, Pons, medulla, thalamus, cerebellum, hypothalamus, Parietal, temporal, occipital lobe, and hippocampus) and from the age-matched control subjects. DNA from the frontal cortex, pons, medulla, and thalamus showed significantly higher number of strand breaks in BD (P<0.01) compared to the age-matched controls. However, DNA from the hippocampus region was intact and did not show any strand breaks. The stability studies also indicated that the melting temperature and ethidium bromide binding pattern were altered in the DNA of BD patients' brain regions, except in the hippocampus. The conformation studies showed B-A or secondary B-DNA conformation (instead of the normal B-DNA) in BD patients' brain regions, with the exception of the hippocampus. The levels of redox metals such as Copper (Cu) and Iron (Fe) were significantly elevated in the brain regions of the sufferers of BD, while the Zinc (Zn) level was decreased. In the hippocampus, there was no change in the Fe or Cu levels, whereas, the Zn level was elevated. There was a clear correlation between Cu and Fe levels versus strand breaks in the brain regions of the BD. To date, as far as we are aware, this is a new comprehensive database on stability and conformations of DNA in different brain regions of patients affected with BD. The biological significance of these findings is discussed here.
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- Mohammed S Mustak
- Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysore, India
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Ahmed SSSJ, Santosh W. Metallomic profiling and linkage map analysis of early Parkinson's disease: a new insight to aluminum marker for the possible diagnosis. PLoS One 2010; 5:e11252. [PMID: 20582167 PMCID: PMC2889819 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0011252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2010] [Accepted: 05/31/2010] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Parkinson's disease (PD) is the most common neurodegenerative disorder. The diagnosis of PD is challenging and currently none of the biochemical tests have proven to help in diagnosis. Serum metallomic analysis may suggest the possibility of diagnosis of PD. METHODOLOGY/RESULTS The metallomic analysis was targeted on 31 elements obtained from 42 healthy controls and 45 drug naive PD patients using ICP-AES and ICP-MS to determine the concentration variations of elements between PD and normal. The targeted metallomic analysis showed the significant variations in 19 elements of patients compared to healthy control (p<0.04). The partial least squares discriminant analysis (PLS-DA) showed aluminium, copper, iron, manganese and zinc are the key elements, contributes the separation of PD patients from control samples. The correlation coefficient analysis and element-element ratio confirm the imbalance of inter-elements relationship in PD patients' serum. Furthermore, elements linkage map analysis showed aluminium is a key element involved in triggering of phosphorus, which subsequently lead to imbalance of homeostatic in PD serum. The execution of neural network using elements concentrations provides 95% accuracy in detection of disease. CONCLUSIONS/SIGNIFICANCE These results suggest that there is a disturbance in the elements homeostasis and inter-elements relationship in PD patients' serum. The analysis of serum elements helps in linking the underlying cellular processes such as oxidative stress, neuronal dysfunction and apoptosis, which are the dominating factors in PD. Also, these results increase the prospect of detection of early PD from serum through neural network algorithm.
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- Shiek S. S. J. Ahmed
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Bioengineering, SRM University, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Bioengineering, SRM University, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India
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Vasudevaraju P, Bharathi, T J, Shamasundar NM, Subba Rao K, Balaraj BM, KSJ R, T.S SR. New evidence on iron, copper accumulation and zinc depletion and its correlation with DNA integrity in aging human brain regions. Indian J Psychiatry 2010; 52:140-4. [PMID: 20838501 PMCID: PMC2927883 DOI: 10.4103/0019-5545.64590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) conformation and stability play an important role in brain function. Earlier studies reported alterations in DNA integrity in the brain regions of neurological disorders like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases. However, there are only limited studies on DNA stability in an aging brain and the factors responsible for genomic instability are still not clear. In this study, we assess the levels of Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe) and Zinc (Zn) in three age groups (Group I: below 40 years), Group II: between 41-60 years) and Group III: above 61 years) in hippocampus and frontal cortex regions of normal brains. The number of samples in each group was eight. Genomic DNA was isolated and DNA integrity was studied by nick translation studies and presented as single and double strand breaks. The number of single strand breaks correspondingly increased with aging compared to double strand breaks. The strand breaks were more in frontal cortex compared to hippocampus. We observed that the levels of Cu and Fe are significantly elevated while Zn is significantly depleted as one progresses from Group I to Group III, indicating changes with aging in frontal cortex and hippocampus. But the elevation of metals was more in frontal cortical region compared to hippocampal region. There was a clear correlation between Cu and Fe levels versus strand breaks in aging brain regions. This indicates that genomic instability is progressive with aging and this will alter the gene expressions. To our knowledge, this is a new comprehensive database to date, looking at the levels of redox metals and corresponding strand breaks in DNA in two brain regions of the aging brain. The biological significance of these findings with relevance to mental health will be discussed.
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- P. Vasudevaraju
- Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, Central Food and Technological Research Institute, Mysore -570 020, India
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- Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, Central Food and Technological Research Institute, Mysore -570 020, India
- Department of Neurosciences, Institute for Cell Engineering, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, JSS Medical College and Hospital, JSS University, Mysore - 570 004, India
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- Department of Anatomy, JSS Medical College, JSS University, Mysore, India
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- Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India
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- Department of Forensic Science, JSS Medical College, JSS University, Mysore, India
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- Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, Central Food and Technological Research Institute, Mysore -570 020, India
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- Department of Psychiatry, JSS Medical College and Hospital, JSS University, Mysore - 570 004, India
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Sathyanarayana Rao TS, Ramesh BN, Vasudevaraju P, Rao KSJ. Molecular biology research in neuropsychiatry: India's contribution. Indian J Psychiatry 2010; 52:S120-7. [PMID: 21836667 PMCID: PMC3146196 DOI: 10.4103/0019-5545.69223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Neuropsychiatric disorders represent the second largest cause of morbidity worldwide. These disorders have complex etiology and patho-physiology. The major lacunae in the biology of the psychiatric disorders include genomics, biomarkers and drug discovery, for the early detection of the disease, and have great application in the clinical management of disease. Indian psychiatrists and scientists played a significant role in filling the gaps. The present annotation provides in depth information related to research contributions on the molecular biology research in neuropsychiatric disorders in India. There is a great need for further research in this direction as to understand the genetic association of the neuropsychiatric disorders; molecular biology has a tremendous role to play. The alterations in gene expression are implicated in the pathogenesis of several neuropsychiatric disorders, including drug addiction and depression. The development of transgenic neuropsychiatric animal models is of great thrust areas. No studies from India in this direction. Biomarkers in neuropsychiatric disorders are of great help to the clinicians for the early diagnosis of the disorders. The studies related to gene-environment interactions, DNA instability, oxidative stress are less studied in neuropsychiatric disorders and making efforts in this direction will lead to pioneers in these areas of research in India. In conclusion, we provided an insight for future research direction in molecular understanding of neuropsychiatry disorders.
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