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Theuerkauf K, Obach-Schröck C, Staszyk C, Moritz A, Roscher KA. Activated platelets and platelet-leukocyte aggregates in the equine systemic inflammatory response syndrome. J Vet Diagn Invest 2022; 34:448-457. [PMID: 35168432 PMCID: PMC9066687 DOI: 10.1177/10406387221077969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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In humans, activated platelets contribute to sepsis complications and to multiple organ failure. In our prospective analytical study of cases of the equine systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS), we adapted a standard human protocol for the measurement of activated platelets and platelet-leukocyte aggregates (PLAs) in equine platelet-leukocyte-rich plasma (PLRP) by flow cytometry, and we investigated the hypothesis that activated platelets and PLAs are increased in clinical cases of SIRS. We included 17 adult horses and ponies fulfilling at least 2 SIRS criteria, and 10 healthy equids as controls. Activation of platelets was determined by increased expression of CD62P on platelets. Activated platelets and PLAs were measured before and after in vitro activation of platelets with collagen. Median expression of CD62P on platelets was significantly increased after activation in the control group: 1.45% (interquartile range [IQR]: 1.08-1.99%) initially versus 8.78% (IQR: 6.79-14.78%, p = 0.002) after activation. The equids with SIRS had significantly more activated platelets and PLAs in native PLRP than controls: CD62P 4.92% (median, IQR: 2.21-12.41%) versus 1.45% in controls (median, IQR: 1.08-1.99%, p = 0.0007), and PLAs 4.16% (median, IQR: 2.50-8.58%) versus 2.95% in controls (median, IQR: 1.57-3.22%, p = 0.048). To our knowledge, increased platelet activation and PLAs have not been demonstrated previously with flow cytometry in clinical cases of equine SIRS.
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- Equine Clinic, Internal Medicine, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Theuerkauf, Roscher), Institute of Veterinary-Anatomy, -Histology and -Embryology (Obach-Schröck, Staszyk), Clinical Pathophysiology and Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Moritz), Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany
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- Equine Clinic, Internal Medicine, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Theuerkauf, Roscher), Institute of Veterinary-Anatomy, -Histology and -Embryology (Obach-Schröck, Staszyk), Clinical Pathophysiology and Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Moritz), Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany
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- Equine Clinic, Internal Medicine, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Theuerkauf, Roscher), Institute of Veterinary-Anatomy, -Histology and -Embryology (Obach-Schröck, Staszyk), Clinical Pathophysiology and Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Moritz), Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany
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- Equine Clinic, Internal Medicine, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Theuerkauf, Roscher), Institute of Veterinary-Anatomy, -Histology and -Embryology (Obach-Schröck, Staszyk), Clinical Pathophysiology and Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science (Moritz), Justus-Liebig-University, Giessen, Germany
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Fantini P, Jimenez-Aristizabal R, Iborra A, Miranda A, Maranhão R, Leme F, Palhares M, Prades M. Cellular components and TGF-β1 content of a closed Tube system for Platelet Rich Plasma acquisition in horse]. ARQ BRAS MED VET ZOO 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/1678-4162-12257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been proposed as an agent to accelerate the healing process and stimulate the regenerative capacity of tissues due to its abundance of growth factors. A large variety of kits and protocols are available to obtain PRP by different cell-separation systems. However, the lack of standardization may lead to inconsistent results. The aim of this study was to characterize cellular composition, platelet parameters using the ADVIA 120 flow cytometer, and TGF-β1 concentration from the PRP product obtained through a closed system, using simple centrifugation. Six clinically healthy horses were used in this study. The protocol in the closed system resulted in approximately 1.6-fold higher platelet and approximately 2.0-fold lower white blood cell concentrations in comparison with whole blood values. The evaluated system was efficient in concentrating platelets and in retrieving a small number of leukocytes, using a protocol of single centrifugation at low speed.
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- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil; Ministry of Education of Brazil, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil; Ministry of Education of Brazil, Brazil
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- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain
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Iwaszko A, Borowicz H, Graczyk S, Slowikowska M, Pliszczak-Krol A, Niedzwiedz A. Effect of antigen challenge on dynamics of CD62P and CD41/61 expression on platelets in horses with recurrent airway obstruction (RAO). Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2018; 202:172-180. [PMID: 30078592 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2018.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2016] [Revised: 06/30/2018] [Accepted: 07/09/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO), also known as heaves, is an allergic respiratory condition that develops in horses following an exposure to aeroallergens in hay and straw. This is manifested by airway hyperreactivity, inflammation, bronchoconstriction, as well as a leukocyte and platelet infiltration into the airways. Platelet activation and an increase in circulating platelet-leukocyte aggregates may lead to airway remodeling. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of seven-day antigen challenge on dynamics of platelet indices and CD41/61 and CD62 P expression on platelets in horses with RAO. Ten RAO-affected horses and ten healthy horses were included in this study. All horses were exposed to 7 days hay and straw challenge. Blood samples were collected prior to the challenge (Pre-challenge) and 1, 2, 3, 7 and 14 days after the initiating the antigen challenge. Blood samples were obtained to determine the platelet count (PLT), mean platelet volume (MPV) and platelet large cell ratio (P-LCR). Expression of CD62 P and CD41/61 was detected by flow cytometry on activated platelets. Antigen challenge resulted in a significant gradual decrease of PLT in RAO horses, but not in controls. MPV and P-LCR in control and RAO-affected horses remained unchanged after antigen challenge. The expression of CD62 P and CD41/61 in RAO horses was significantly higher compared to control horses. The antigen challenge resulted in an increase expression of CD62 P and CD41/61 on the platelets of RAO-affected horses, while did not lead to significant changes in the control group. An increased expression of CD62 P and CD41/61 indicates platelet activation what may contribute to the formation of platelet aggregates in their respiratory system.
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- Alicja Iwaszko
- Department of Immunology, Pathophysiology and Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wroclaw, Poland.
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- Department of Internal Diseases with Clinic for Horses, Dogs and Cats, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wroclaw, Poland.
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- Department of Immunology, Pathophysiology and Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wroclaw, Poland.
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- Department of Internal Diseases with Clinic for Horses, Dogs and Cats, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wroclaw, Poland.
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- Department of Immunology, Pathophysiology and Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wroclaw, Poland.
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- Department of Internal Diseases with Clinic for Horses, Dogs and Cats, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Wroclaw, Poland.
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Finding EJT, Lawson C, Elliott J, Harris PA, Menzies-Gow NJ. Cell specific microvesicles vary with season and disease predisposition in healthy and previously laminitic ponies. Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2018; 202:85-92. [PMID: 30078603 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2018.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2018] [Revised: 05/25/2018] [Accepted: 06/03/2018] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Microvesicles are small (up to 1 μm) vesicles found in plasma and other bodily fluids. They are recognised as part of the normal system of inter-cellular communication but altered numbers are also used as biomarkers of disease. Microvesicles have not been studied in detail in the horse but may be relevant to diseases such as laminitis. Identification of equine cell specific microvesicles was performed by developing a panel of cross reactive antibodies to use in flow cytometry to detect microvesicles of platelet, leucocyte and endothelial origin in plasma from healthy ponies and those predisposed to laminitis. The total number and proportion of microvesicles from the different cell types varied with season and there were more annexin V positive endothelial MV in non laminitic ponies compared to previously laminitic ponies. Development of this antibody panel and the technique for measuring microvesicles in the horse opens a new field for further investigation of these important structures in equine health and disease.
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- E J T Finding
- Department of Clinical Sciences and Services, Royal Veterinary College, Hatfield, AL9 7TA, UK.
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- Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, Royal Veterinary College, London, NW1 0TU, UK
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- Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, Royal Veterinary College, London, NW1 0TU, UK
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- WALTHAM Centre for Pet Nutrition, Leicestershire, UK
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Services, Royal Veterinary College, Hatfield, AL9 7TA, UK
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Expression of surface platelet receptors (CD62P and CD41/61) in horses with recurrent airway obstruction (RAO). Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2015; 164:87-92. [PMID: 25665521 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2015.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2014] [Revised: 12/01/2014] [Accepted: 01/06/2015] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO) is an allergic disease of horses similar to human asthma, which is characterized by airway inflammation and activation of neutrophils, lymphocytes and platelets. Platelet activation and an increase in circulating platelet-leukocyte aggregates may lead to airway remodeling. The aim of this study was to investigate platelet status in RAO-affected horses based on the platelet morphology and platelet surface expression of CD41/61 and CD62P. Ten RAO-affected horses and ten healthy horses were included in this study. Blood samples were obtained to determine the platelet count (PLT), mean platelet volume (MPV) and platelet large cell ratio (P-LCR). Expression of CD62P and CD41/61 was detected by flow cytometry on activated platelets. The median PLT was significantly reduced in horses with RAO compared to the controls. The MPV and the P-LCR values were significantly higher in RAO horses than controls. Expression of CD41/61 on platelets was increased in RAO horses, while CD62P expression was reduced. This study demonstrated the morphological changes in platelets and expression of platelet surface receptors. Despite the decrease of CD62P expression, the observed increased surface expression of CD41/61 on platelets in horses with RAO may contribute to the formation of platelet aggregates in their respiratory system.
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O'Shea CM, Werre SR, Dahlgren LA. Comparison of platelet counting technologies in equine platelet concentrates. Vet Surg 2014; 44:304-13. [PMID: 25307726 DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-950x.2014.12290.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2013] [Accepted: 02/01/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE (1) To compare the performance of 4 platelet counting technologies in equine platelet concentrates and (2) to evaluate the ability of the Magellan platelet rich plasma (PRP) system to concentrate equine platelets. STUDY DESIGN Experimental study to assess method agreement. ANIMALS Adult mixed breed horses (n = 32). METHODS Acid citrate dextrose-A anti-coagulated whole blood was collected and PRP produced using the Magellan system according to the manufacturer's instructions. Platelets were quantified using 4 counting methods: optical scatter (Advia 2120), impedance (CellDyn 3700), hand counting, and fluorescent antibody flow cytometry. Platelet concentrations were compared using Passing and Bablok regression analyses and mixed model ANOVA. Significance was set at P < .05. RESULTS Platelet concentrations measured in identical PRP samples were consistently higher for the Advia 2120 than the CellDyn 3700. Systematic and proportional biases were observed between these 2 automated methods when analyzed by regression analysis of the larger sample size. No bias (systematic or proportional) was observed among any of the other counting methods. Despite the bias detected between the 2 automated systems, there were no significant differences on average among the 4 counting methods evaluated, based on the ANOVA. The Magellan system consistently generated high platelet concentrations as well as higher than expected WBC concentrations. CONCLUSIONS The Magellan system delivered desirably high platelet concentrations; however, WBC concentrations may be unacceptably high for some orthopedic applications. All 4 platelet counting methods tested were equivalent on average and therefore suitable for quantifying platelets in equine PRP used for clinical applications.
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- Caitlin M O'Shea
- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia
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Brooks MB, Divers TJ, Watts AE, Ness SL, Frye AH, Stokol T, Fubini SL. Effects of clopidogrel on the platelet activation response in horses. Am J Vet Res 2013; 74:1212-22. [DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.74.9.1212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Aktan Í, Dunkel B, Cunningham F. Equine platelets inhibit E. coli growth and can be activated by bacterial lipopolysaccharide and lipoteichoic acid although superoxide anion production does not occur and platelet activation is not associated with enhanced production by neutrophils. Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2013; 152:209-17. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2012.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2012] [Revised: 12/12/2012] [Accepted: 12/13/2012] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Lopes MAF, Salter CE, Vandenplas ML, Berghaus R, Hurley DJ, Moore JN. Expression of inflammation-associated genes in circulating leukocytes collected from horses with gastrointestinal tract disease. Am J Vet Res 2010; 71:915-24. [PMID: 20673091 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.71.8.915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate whether expression of inflammation-associated genes in leukocytes from horses with gastrointestinal tract (GIT) diseases correlated with the type of disease and outcome. ANIMALS 10 healthy horses and 50 horses with GIT disease. PROCEDURES A blood sample was collected from each healthy horse or horse with GIT disease (during admission to the hospital). Leukocytes were isolated, diluted to a standard concentration, and frozen until RNA extraction. Expression of 14 genes associated with inflammation was quantified by use of a real-time quantitative reverse transcription PCR assay. Results were grouped by GIT disease type and disease outcome for comparison. RESULTS Horses with GIT disease had colic of unknown etiology (n = 8 horses), GIT inflammation or strangulation (19), or nonstrangulating GIT obstruction (23). Among the 45 horses receiving treatment, 38 were discharged from the hospital, and 7 died or were euthanized. Compared with healthy horses, horses with colic of unknown etiology had similar gene expression. Significant differences in expression of the interleukin-8, leukocyte-selectin molecule, matrix metalloproteinase-9, platelet-selectin molecule, mitochondrial superoxide dismutase, Toll-like receptor 4, and tumor necrosis factor-A genes were detected between healthy horses and horses with GIT disease. Significant differences in expression of the interleukin-1 receptor antagonist, interleukin-8, leukocyte-selectin molecule, matrix metalloproteinase-9, platelet-selectin molecule, mitochondrial superoxide dismutase, Toll-like receptor 4, and tumor necrosis factor-A genes were detected among healthy horses and horses grouped by disease outcome. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Inflammatory gene expression in leukocytes of horses with GIT disease appeared to be related to disease pathogenesis and prognosis.
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- Marco A F Lopes
- Department of Large Animal Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA.
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Dunkel B, Rickards KJ, Werling D, Page CP, Cunningham FM. Evaluation of the effect of phosphodiesterase on equine platelet activation and the effect of antigen challenge on platelet phosphodiesterase activity in horses with recurrent airway obstruction. Am J Vet Res 2010; 71:534-40. [DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.71.5.534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Determination of the source of increased serotonin (5-HT) concentrations in blood and peritoneal fluid of colic horses with compromised bowel. Equine Vet J 2010; 40:326-31. [DOI: 10.2746/042516408x293583] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Neutrophil and platelet activation in equine recurrent airway obstruction is associated with increased neutrophil CD13 expression, but not platelet CD41/61 and CD62P or neutrophil–platelet aggregate formation. Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2009; 131:25-32. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2009.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2008] [Revised: 02/16/2009] [Accepted: 03/06/2009] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Ovines are a common animal model for preclinical evaluation of cardiovascular devices including heart valves, endovascular grafts, and ventricular assist devices. Biocompatibility is essential to the success of these devices; however, tools to assess biocompatibility in ovines are limited. To address this need, antibodies that bind to activated human and bovine platelets and annexin V protein were evaluated for potential cross-reactivity to activated ovine platelets. These candidate markers were incubated with stimulated and quiescent ovine whole blood, and binding to platelets was quantified by flow cytometry. Several antihuman CD62P antibodies including one polyclonal antibody, three monoclonal antibodies, and annexin V selectively bound to activated ovine platelets. An assay to quantify platelet microaggregates was also developed. The availability of assays to quantify ovine platelet activation can increase the quality of biocompatibility data obtainable during preclinical development of artificial organs in the ovine model, potentially aiding in the evaluation of design refinements to enhance device biocompatibility.
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- Carl A. Johnson
- Bioengineering Department, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Bioengineering Department, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Bioengineering Department, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Bioengineering Department, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) have
attracted much attention recently for the evaluation of blood compatibility of biomaterials due to
their convenience and quantifiability. In this paper, the use of LDH and ELISA is described for in
situ investigation of platelet behavior on biomaterial surfaces, including quantification of platelet
adhesion and platelet activation, after suitable testing conditions have been established. The
material samples investigated in these tests included low temperature isotropic carbon (LTIC), Ti-O
films, and phosphorus- and aluminum-doped TiO2 films. The evaluation results show that the
lowest platelet adhesion and activation are observed on phosphorus-doped TiO2 films while the
highest platelet adhesion and activation are observed on LTIC. In addition, conventional platelet
adhesion experiments were performed for comparison, and yielding similar evaluation results as
LDH and ELISA. It is suggested that LDH and ELISA tests can be successfully applied to evaluate
the blood compatibility of biomaterials and can show many advantages, such as quantification,
reliability and objectivity, compared with conventional platelet adhesion test.
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Hammond A, Bailey SR, Marr CM, Cunningham FM. Platelets in equine recurrent airway obstruction. Res Vet Sci 2007; 82:332-4. [PMID: 17107696 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2006.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2006] [Revised: 08/23/2006] [Accepted: 09/12/2006] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Platelets contribute to the pathogenesis of human allergic airway disease. The aim of this study was to compare platelet activating factor (PAF)-induced platelet aggregation and thromboxane (Tx) production, plasma Tx and 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) in ponies with recurrent airway obstruction (RAO), an hypersensitivity to inhaled antigens, and normal ponies, before and after antigen exposure. Plasma 5-HT was significantly higher in ponies with RAO but was not further increased by antigen challenge. There was no difference between PAF-induced platelet aggregation or Tx production, or in plasma Tx before or after challenge. These data suggest there may be a difference between platelet 5-HT uptake in RAO and normal ponies but do not provide evidence of platelet activation following antigen exposure.
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- A Hammond
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, The Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Campus, Hertfordshire AL9 7TA, UK
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Xu J, Cai J, Anderson B, Wagner B, Albrecht R, Peek SF, Suresh M, Darien BJ. Cloning and functional characterization of recombinant equine P-selectin. Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2007; 116:115-30. [PMID: 17306378 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2007.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2006] [Revised: 01/03/2007] [Accepted: 01/08/2007] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The recent molecular characterization and sequencing of equine P-selectin (ePsel), and its glycoprotein ligand, P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (PSGL-1), have provided the tools for further investigation into their role in leukocyte trafficking. Here, we report the generation of a genetically engineered chimeric protein (ePsel-IgG) in which the equine P-selectin lectin and epithelial growth factor (EGF) domains were covalently linked to the equine IgG1 heavy chain constant region. The soluble ePsel-IgG was observed to bind to equine monocytes by confocal microscopy and flow cytometry. Furthermore, equine monocytes bound to immobilized ePsel-IgG in a time course and dose dependent manner. Not only did ePsel-IgG act as an adhesion molecule, it was also found to activate ERK1/2 kinase and induce IL-8 mRNA expression in equine monocytes. That all of the aforementioned ePsel-IgG-induced cell binding and cell signaling were abolished by the addition of EDTA, suggested that ePsel-IgG chimera mediated events occurred via the P-selectin ligand, PSGL-1. We were able to demonstrate that 78% of equine monocytes cross-reacted with anti-human HECA-452 antibody, which recognizes the sialy-Lewis X (sLex) epitope, a well-known carbohydrate binding site on human PSGL-1. Pre-incubation of equine PBMC with neuraminidase or O-sialoglycoprotein endopeptidase (OSGP) reduced ePsel-IgG monocyte binding to 36% or 60%, respectively. Taken together, these data suggest that there might be two ligand recognition sites on P-selectin, one of which recognizes sLex and another which recognizes P-selectin ligand core protein. The ePsel-IgG chimera can be a useful as a reagent for further studies on the role of equine P-selectin and signal transduction in inflammatory events in horse.
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- Jin Xu
- Department of Medical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI 53706-1102, USA
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Wills TB, Wardrop KJ, Meyers KM. Detection of activated platelets in canine blood by use of flow cytometry. Am J Vet Res 2006; 67:56-63. [PMID: 16426212 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.67.1.56] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate whether markers of platelet activation, including P-selectin expression, phosphatidylserine exposure, platelet-leukocyte aggregates, and microparticle formation, could be measured in nonstimulated and stimulated canine blood samples and develop a standardized protocol for detection of activated platelet markers in canine blood. SAMPLE POPULATION Blood samples from 10 dogs. PROCEDURE Platelet activation was determined by flow cytometric measurement of platelets with P-selectin expression, platelet-leukocyte aggregates, platelet microparticles, and platelets with phosphatidylserine exposure. Changes in specific markers of platelet activation in nonstimulated versus stimulated samples were assessed by use of varying concentrations of 2 platelet agonists, platelet-activating factor (PAF) and adenosine diphosphate. Flow cytometry was used to detect platelet CD61 (glycoprotein IIIa), CD62P (P-selectin), and the leukocyte marker CD45. Annexin V was used to identify exposed phosphatidylserine. RESULTS A significant difference was detected in the percentages of platelets with P-selectin, plateletleukocyte aggregates, microparticles, and platelets with annexin V exposure (phosphatidylserine) in samples stimulated with 10nM PAF versus the nonstimulated samples, with platelet-leukocyte aggregates having the greatest difference. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Platelet activation is essential for thrombus formation and hemostasis and may be potentially useful for evaluation of dogs with suspected thromboembolic disease. Prior to development of a thrombotic state, a prothrombotic state may exist in which only a small number of platelets is activated. Identification of a prothrombotic state by use of activated platelets may help direct medical intervention to prevent a thromboembolic episode.
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Segura D, Monreal L, Pérez-Pujol S, Alonso A, Díaz-Ricart M, Brugués R, Ordinas A, Escolar G. Effects of etamsylate on equine platelets: in vitro and in vivo studies. Vet J 2006; 174:325-9. [PMID: 16904352 DOI: 10.1016/j.tvjl.2006.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2006] [Revised: 05/29/2006] [Accepted: 06/01/2006] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate whether etamsylate produces equine platelet activation. In vitro and in vivo studies were designed in which seven and eight adult healthy horses were included, respectively. In the in vitro study, citrated blood was incubated with different concentrations of etamsylate, and P-selectin expression and annexin V binding were determined by flow cytometry. In the in vivo study, blood was collected before and 1 and 2h after IV administration of etamsylate, and P-selectin expression was evaluated. In the in vitro study, a significant increase in P-selectin expression, leukocyte-platelet aggregate formation and annexin V binding were observed. In the in vivo study, a marked increase in P-selectin expression and heterotypic aggregate formation was seen in two and five horses, respectively, although no significant differences were detected when analyzing results from all the animals together. The results of the in vitro study indicate that etamsylate produces a pre-activation state in equine platelets, but this fact could be confirmed by the in vivo study.
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- Dídac Segura
- Servei de Medicina Interna Equina, Departament de Medicina i Cirurgia Animals, Facultat de Veterinària, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Bellaterra, Barcelona, Spain
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Segura D, Monreal L, Pérez-Pujol S, Pino M, Ordinas A, Brugués R, White JG, Escolar G. Assessment of Platelet Function in Horses: Ultrastructure, Flow Cytometry, and Perfusion Techniques. J Vet Intern Med 2006. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1939-1676.2006.tb02900.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Sayasith K, Bouchard N, Boerboom D, Brown KA, Doré M, Sirois J. Molecular Characterization of Equine P-Selectin (CD62P) and Its Regulation in Ovarian Follicles During the Ovulatory Process1. Biol Reprod 2005; 72:736-44. [PMID: 15564599 DOI: 10.1095/biolreprod.104.034710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Ovulation is accompanied by a marked infiltration of leukocytes into thecal layers after the gonadotropin surge. P-selectin is known to play a critical role in the initial steps of leukocyte recruitment from the bloodstream during inflammation. Thus, the objective was to investigate the potential regulation of P-selectin by gonadotropins in equine preovulatory follicles. The full-length equine P-selectin cDNA was cloned by a combination of reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and 5'- and 3'-rapid amplification of cDNA ends. Results showed that equine P-selectin cDNA encodes an 829-amino acid protein that is highly conserved when compared to the human protein (80% identity). Semiquantitative RT-PCR/Southern blot analyses were performed to study the regulation of P-selectin transcript in preovulatory follicles isolated during estrus at 0, 12, 24, 30, 33, 36, and 39 h after an ovulatory dose of hCG (ovulation occurs between 39 and 42 h post-hCG in this model). Results showed that levels of P-selectin mRNA remained very low or undetectable throughout the ovulatory process in extracts prepared from the granulosa cell layer. In contrast, a significant increase in P-selectin transcript was observed between 30 and 39 h post-hCG in extracts obtained from thecal layers (P < 0.05). Likewise, immunohistochemistry revealed an increase of immunoreactive P-selectin protein in the vascular endothelium present in thecal layers of follicles isolated 36 and 39 h post-hCG. Thus, the present study describes, to our knowledge for the first time, the primary structure of equine P-selectin and the regulation of P-selectin transcript and protein in follicular thecal endothelial cells before ovulation.
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- Khampoune Sayasith
- Centre de recherche en reproduction animale and Département de biomédecine vétérinaire, Faculté de médicine vétérinaire, Université de Montréal, Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, Canada
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Xu J, Lasry JB, Svaren J, Wagner B, Darien BJ. Identification of equine P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (CD162). Mamm Genome 2005; 16:66-71. [PMID: 15674735 DOI: 10.1007/s00335-004-2348-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2003] [Accepted: 07/15/2004] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (PSGL-1, CD162) is a dimeric, mucin-like, transmembrane glycoprotein constitutively expressed on leukocytes. A high baseline level of P-selectin expression in circulating equine platelets suggests a primed state toward inflammation and thrombosis via P-selectin/PSGL-1 adhesion. To investigate the potential role of equine P-selectin in these events, we first identified the cDNA sequence of equine PSGL-1 (ePSGL-1) using degenerate PCR and RACE-PCR and then compared the predicted sequence with that of human PSGL-1 (hPSGL-1). ePSGL-1 protein subunit is predicted to be 43 kDa and composed of 420 amino acids with a predicted 18-amino-acid signal sequence showing 78% homology to hPSGL-1. Previously published work has shown that binding of P-selectin requires sulfation of at least one of three tyrosines and O-glycosylation of one threonine in the N-terminus of human PSGL-1. However, the corresponding domain in ePSGL-1, spanning residues 19-43, contains only one tyrosine in the vicinity of two threonines at positions 25 and 41. ePSGL-1 contains 14 threonine/serine-rich decameric repeats as compared to hPSGL-1 which contains 14-16 threonine-rich decameric repeats. The transmembrane and cytoplasmic domains display 91% and 74% homology to corresponding human PSGL-1 domains, respectively. In summary, there is 71% homology in comparing the open reading frame (ORF) of ePSGL-1 with that of hPSGL-1. The greatest homologies between species exist in the transmembrane domain and cytoplasmic tail while substantial differences exist in the extracellular domain.
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- Jin Xu
- Department of Medical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706-1102, USA
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