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Heller A, Pisarevskaja A, Bölicke N, Barkleit A, Bok F, Wober J. The effect of four lanthanides onto a rat kidney cell line (NRK-52E) is dependent on the composition of the cell culture medium. Toxicology 2021; 456:152771. [PMID: 33831499 DOI: 10.1016/j.tox.2021.152771] [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: 11/10/2020] [Revised: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Lanthanide (Ln) exposure poses a serious health risk to animals and humans. In this study, we investigated the effect of 10-9-10-3 M La, Ce, Eu, and Yb exposure onto the viability of rat renal NRK-52E cells in dependence on Ln concentration, exposure time, and composition of the cell culture medium. Especially, the influence of fetal bovine serum (FBS) and citrate onto Ln cytotoxicity, solubility, and speciation was investigated. For this, in vitro cell viability studies using the XTT assay and fluorescence microscopic investigations were combined with solubility and speciation studies using TRLFS and ICP-MS, respectively. The theoretical Ln speciation was predicted using thermodynamic modeling. All Ln exhibit a concentration- and time-dependent effect on NRK-52E cells. FBS is the key parameter influencing both Ln solubility and cytotoxicity. We demonstrate that FBS is able to bind Ln3+ ions, thus, promoting solubility and reducing cytotoxicity after Ln exposure for 24 and 48 h. In contrast, citrate addition to the cell culture medium has no significant effect on Ln solubility and speciation nor cytotoxicity after Ln exposure for 24 and 48 h. However, a striking increase of cell viability is observable after Ln exposure for 8 h. Out of the four Ln elements under investigation, Ce is the most effective. Results from TRLFS and solubility measurements correlate well to those from in vitro cell culture experiments. In contrast, results from thermodynamic modeling do not correlate to TRLFS results, hence, demonstrating that big gaps in the database render this method, currently, inapplicable for the prediction of Ln speciation in cell culture media. Finally, this study demonstrates the importance and the synergistic effects of combining chemical and spectroscopic methods with cell culture techniques and biological methods.
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- Anne Heller
- Technische Universität Dresden, School of Science, Faculty of Biology, Institute of Zoology, Chair of Molecular Cell Physiology and Endocrinology, Zellescher Weg 20b, 01217, Dresden, Germany.
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- Technische Universität Dresden, School of Science, Faculty of Biology, Institute of Zoology, Chair of Molecular Cell Physiology and Endocrinology, Zellescher Weg 20b, 01217, Dresden, Germany.
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- Technische Universität Dresden, School of Science, Faculty of Biology, Institute of Zoology, Chair of Molecular Cell Physiology and Endocrinology, Zellescher Weg 20b, 01217, Dresden, Germany.
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- Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Institute of Resource Ecology, Bautzner Landstraße 400, 01328, Dresden, Germany.
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- Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Institute of Resource Ecology, Bautzner Landstraße 400, 01328, Dresden, Germany.
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- Technische Universität Dresden, School of Science, Faculty of Biology, Institute of Zoology, Chair of Molecular Cell Physiology and Endocrinology, Zellescher Weg 20b, 01217, Dresden, Germany.
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Wallnöfer EA, Thurner GC, Kremser C, Talasz H, Stollenwerk MM, Helbok A, Klammsteiner N, Albrecht-Schgoer K, Dietrich H, Jaschke W, Debbage P. Albumin-based nanoparticles as contrast medium for MRI: vascular imaging, tissue and cell interactions, and pharmacokinetics of second-generation nanoparticles. Histochem Cell Biol 2020; 155:19-73. [PMID: 33040183 DOI: 10.1007/s00418-020-01919-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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This multidisciplinary study examined the pharmacokinetics of nanoparticles based on albumin-DTPA-gadolinium chelates, testing the hypothesis that these nanoparticles create a stronger vessel signal than conventional gadolinium-based contrast agents and exploring if they are safe for clinical use. Nanoparticles based on human serum albumin, bearing gadolinium and designed for use in magnetic resonance imaging, were used to generate magnet resonance images (MRI) of the vascular system in rats ("blood pool imaging"). At the low nanoparticle doses used for radionuclide imaging, nanoparticle-associated metals were cleared from the blood into the liver during the first 4 h after nanoparticle application. At the higher doses required for MRI, the liver became saturated and kidney and spleen acted as additional sinks for the metals, and accounted for most processing of the nanoparticles. The multiple components of the nanoparticles were cleared independently of one another. Albumin was detected in liver, spleen, and kidneys for up to 2 days after intravenous injection. Gadolinium was retained in the liver, kidneys, and spleen in significant concentrations for much longer. Gadolinium was present as significant fractions of initial dose for longer than 2 weeks after application, and gadolinium clearance was only complete after 6 weeks. Our analysis could not account quantitatively for the full dose of gadolinium that was applied, but numerous organs were found to contain gadolinium in the collagen of their connective tissues. Multiple lines of evidence indicated intracellular processing opening the DTPA chelates and leading to gadolinium long-term storage, in particular inside lysosomes. Turnover of the stored gadolinium was found to occur in soluble form in the kidneys, the liver, and the colon for up to 3 weeks after application. Gadolinium overload poses a significant hazard due to the high toxicity of free gadolinium ions. We discuss the relevance of our findings to gadolinium-deposition diseases.
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- E A Wallnöfer
- Department of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
- Division of Histology and Embryology, Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Müllerstrasse 59, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Division of Clinical Biochemistry, Biocenter, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Faculty of Health and Society, Biomedical Laboratory Science, University Hospital MAS, Malmö University, 205 06, Malmö, Sweden
- Division of Histology and Embryology, Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Müllerstrasse 59, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Innsbruck Medical University, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Division of Histology and Embryology, Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Müllerstrasse 59, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Institute of Pharmacy, Leopold-Franzens-University Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82/IV, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
- Institute of Cell Genetics, Department for Pharmacology and Genetics, Medical University of Innsbruck, Peter-Mayr-Strasse 1a, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Central Laboratory Animal Facilities, Innsbruck Medical University, Peter-Mayr-Strasse 4a, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Division of Histology and Embryology, Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Müllerstrasse 59, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria.
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CTRP9 induces macrophages polarization into M1 phenotype through activating JNK pathway and enhances VSMCs apoptosis in macrophages and VSMCs co-culture system. Exp Cell Res 2020; 395:112194. [PMID: 32712018 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexcr.2020.112194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2020] [Revised: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 07/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Inflammation plays a critical role in the development of atherosclerosis (AS), which has been identified as a major predisposing factor for stroke. Macrophages and VSMCs are associated with plaque formation and progression. Macrophages can dynamically change into two main functional phenotypes, namely M1 and M2, they can produce either pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory factors which may affect the outcome of inflammation. As a member of CTRPs family, CTRP9 has been reported play important protective roles in the cardiovascular system. However, whether CTRP9 can regulate macrophage activation status in inflammatory responses and have effect on VSMCs behaviors in co-culture system have not been fully investigated. In the present study, using peritoneal macrophages treated with CTRP9, we found that CTRP9 facilitated macrophages towards M1 phenotype, promoted TNF-α secretion and MMPs expression. CTRP9 showed synergistic effect with LPS in inducing M1 macrophages. In macrophages-VSMCs co-culture system, apoptosis and down-regulated proliferation of VSMCs were accelerated with CTRP9-treated macrophages. Then we attempted to explore the underlying molecular mechanisms of CTRP9 resulting in M1 activation. The c-Jun NH2-terminal kinases (JNK) are members of the mitogen activated protein kinases (MAPK) family, plays a central role in the cell stress response, with outcomes ranging from cell death to cell proliferation and survival. We found JNK expression was upregulated following CTRP9 stimulation, and inhibiting JNK phosphorylation level was associated with decreased expression of M1 markers and TNF-α concentration. Moreover, VSMCs apoptosis were ameliorated after inhibition of JNK. These results suggested that CTRP9 may promote macrophage towards M1 activation status through JNK signaling pathway activation.
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Parant M, Sohm B, Flayac J, Perrat E, Chuburu F, Cadiou C, Rosin C, Cossu-Leguille C. Impact of gadolinium-based contrast agents on the growth of fish cells lines. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2019; 182:109385. [PMID: 31260918 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2019.109385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2019] [Revised: 06/04/2019] [Accepted: 06/24/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The present study was the first approach conducted under environmental concentrations of Gd-DOTA and Gd-DTPA-BMA to assess cellular impacts of these compounds. Gd-DOTA (Gadoteric acid) is one of the most stable contrast agent, currently used as Dotarem® formulation during Magnetic Resonance Imaging exams. The study was mainly performed on a Zebra Fish cell line (ZF4; ATCC CRL-2050). At the concentrations of 0.127 nM and 63.59 nM (respectively 20 ng and 10 μg of Gd/L), we did not observed any toxicity of Dotarem® but a slowdown of the cell growth was clearly measured. The effect is independent of medium renewing during 6 days of cell culturing. The same effect was observed i-with Gd-DOTA on another fish cell line (RT W1 gills; ATCC CRL-2523) and ii-with another contrast agent (Gd-DTPA-BMA - Omniscan®) on ZF4 cells. On the ZF4 cell line, the diminution of the cell growth was of the same order during 20 days of exposure to a culture medium spiked with 63.59 nM of Dotarem® and was reversible within the following 8 days when Dotarem® was removed from the medium. As shown by using modified DOTA structure (Zn-DOTA), the effect may be due to the chelating structure of the contrast agent rather than to the Gd ion. Until now, the main attention concerning the impact of Gd-CA on living cells concerned the hazard due to Gd release. According to our results, quantifying the presence of Gd-CA chelating structures in aquatic environments must be also monitored.
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- M Parant
- Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire des Environnements Continentaux (LIEC), UMR 7360 Campus Bridoux, Bâtiment IBiSE, 8, rue du Général Delestraint, 57070, Metz, France.
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- Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire des Environnements Continentaux (LIEC), UMR 7360 Campus Bridoux, Bâtiment IBiSE, 8, rue du Général Delestraint, 57070, Metz, France
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- Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire des Environnements Continentaux (LIEC), UMR 7360 Campus Bridoux, Bâtiment IBiSE, 8, rue du Général Delestraint, 57070, Metz, France
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- Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire des Environnements Continentaux (LIEC), UMR 7360 Campus Bridoux, Bâtiment IBiSE, 8, rue du Général Delestraint, 57070, Metz, France
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- Institut de Chimie Moléculaire de Reims - ICMR, UMR 7312, Equipe Chimie de Coordination, Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, UFR Sciences Exactes et Naturelles, Moulin de la Housse, BP1039, 51687, Reims, cedex 2, France
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- Institut de Chimie Moléculaire de Reims - ICMR, UMR 7312, Equipe Chimie de Coordination, Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, UFR Sciences Exactes et Naturelles, Moulin de la Housse, BP1039, 51687, Reims, cedex 2, France
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- Agence Nationale de Sécurité Sanitaire de l'Alimentation, de l'Environnement et du 11 Travail (ANSES), Laboratoire d'Hydrologie de Nancy, 40 rue Lionnois, 54000, Nancy, 12, France
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- Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire des Environnements Continentaux (LIEC), UMR 7360 Campus Bridoux, Bâtiment IBiSE, 8, rue du Général Delestraint, 57070, Metz, France
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Heller A, Barkleit A, Bok F, Wober J. Effect of four lanthanides onto the viability of two mammalian kidney cell lines. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2019; 173:469-481. [PMID: 30802736 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2019.02.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2018] [Revised: 01/28/2019] [Accepted: 02/03/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Exposure to lanthanides (Ln) poses a serious health risk to animals and humans. Since Ln are mainly excreted with urine, we investigated the effect of La, Ce, Eu, and Yb exposure on renal rat NRK-52E and human HEK-293 cells for 8, 24, and 48 h in vitro. Cell viability studies using the XTT assay and microscopic investigations were combined with solubility and speciation studies using ICP-MS and TRLFS. Thermodynamic modeling was applied to predict the speciation of Ln in the cell culture medium. All Ln show a concentration- and time-dependent effect on both cell lines with Ce being the most potent element. In cell culture medium, the Ln are completely soluble and most probably complexed with proteins from fetal bovine serum. The results of this study underline the importance of combining biological, chemical, and spectroscopic methods in studying the effect of Ln on cells in vitro and may contribute to the improvement of the current risk assessment for Ln in the human body. Furthermore, they demonstrate that Ln seem to have no effect on renal cells in vitro at environmental trace concentrations. Nevertheless, especially Ce has the potential for harmful effects at elevated concentrations observed in mining and industrial areas.
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- Anne Heller
- Technische Universität Dresden, School of Science, Faculty of Biology, Institute of Zoology, Molecular Cell Physiology and Endocrinology, Zellescher Weg 20b, 01217 Dresden, Germany.
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- Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Institute of Resource Ecology, Bautzner Landstraße 400, 01328 Dresden, Germany.
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- Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Institute of Resource Ecology, Bautzner Landstraße 400, 01328 Dresden, Germany.
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- Technische Universität Dresden, School of Science, Faculty of Biology, Institute of Zoology, Molecular Cell Physiology and Endocrinology, Zellescher Weg 20b, 01217 Dresden, Germany.
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A Ketone Functionalized Gd(III)-MOF with Low Cytotoxicity for Anti-Cancer Drug Delivery and Inhibiting Human Liver Cancer Cells. J CLUST SCI 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s10876-018-1482-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Myrissa A, Braeuer S, Martinelli E, Willumeit-Römer R, Goessler W, Weinberg AM. Gadolinium accumulation in organs of Sprague-Dawley® rats after implantation of a biodegradable magnesium-gadolinium alloy. Acta Biomater 2017; 48:521-529. [PMID: 27845277 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2016.11.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2016] [Revised: 09/28/2016] [Accepted: 11/10/2016] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Biodegradable magnesium implants are under investigation because of their promising properties as medical devices. For enhancing the mechanical properties and the degradation resistance, rare earth elements are often used as alloying elements. In this study Mg10Gd pins were implanted into Sprague-Dawley® rats. The pin volume loss and a possible accumulation of magnesium and gadolinium in the rats' organs and blood were investigated in a long-term study over 36weeks. The results showed that Mg10Gd is a fast disintegrating material. Already 12weeks after implantation the alloy is fragmented to smaller particles, which can be found within the intramedullary cavity and the cortical bones. They disturbed the bone remodeling until the end of the study. The results concerning the elements' distribution in the animals' bodies were even more striking, since an accumulation of gadolinium could be observed in the investigated organs over the whole time span. The most affected tissue was the spleen, with up to 3240μgGd/kg wet mass, followed by the lung, liver and kidney (up to 1040, 685 and 207μgGd/kg). In the brain, muscle and heart, the gadolinium concentrations were much smaller (less than 20μg/kg), but an accumulation could still be detected. Interestingly, blood serum samples showed no accumulation of magnesium and gadolinium. This is the first time that an accumulation of gadolinium in animal organs was observed after the application of a gadolinium-containing degradable magnesium implant. These findings demonstrate the importance of future investigations concerning the distribution of the constituents of new biodegradable materials in the body, to ensure the patients' safety. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE In the last years, biodegradable Mg alloys are under investigation due to their promising properties as orthopaedic devices used for bone fracture stabilization. Gadolinium as Rare Earth Element enhances the mechanical properties of Mg-Gd alloys but its toxicity in humans is still questionable. Up to now, there is no study investigating the elements' metabolism of a REE-containing Magnesium alloy in an animal model. In this study, we examined the gadolinium distribution and accumulation in rat organs during the degradation of Mg10Gd. Our findings showed that Gd is accumulating in the animal organs, especially in spleen, liver and kidney. This study is of crucial benefit regarding a safe application of REE-containing Magnesium alloys in humans.
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Orona NS, Tasat DR. Uranyl nitrate-exposed rat alveolar macrophages cell death: influence of superoxide anion and TNF α mediators. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2012; 261:309-16. [PMID: 22561334 DOI: 10.1016/j.taap.2012.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2012] [Revised: 04/11/2012] [Accepted: 04/17/2012] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Uranium compounds are widely used in the nuclear fuel cycle, military and many other diverse industrial processes. Health risks associated with uranium exposure include nephrotoxicity, cancer, respiratory, and immune disorders. Macrophages present in body tissues are the main cell type involved in the internalization of uranium particles. To better understand the pathological effects associated with depleted uranium (DU) inhalation, we examined the metabolic activity, phagocytosis, genotoxicity and inflammation on DU-exposed rat alveolar macrophages (12.5-200 μM). Stability and dissolution of DU could differ depending on the dissolvent and in turn alter its biological action. We dissolved DU in sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃ 100 mM) and in what we consider a more physiological vehicle resembling human internal media: sodium chloride (NaCl 0.9%). We demonstrate that uranyl nitrate in NaCl solubilizes, enters the cell, and elicits its cytotoxic effect similarly to when it is diluted in NaHCO₃. We show that irrespective of the dissolvent employed, uranyl nitrate impairs cell metabolism, and at low doses induces both phagocytosis and generation of superoxide anion (O₂⁻). At high doses it provokes the secretion of TNFα and through all the range of doses tested, apoptosis. We herein suggest that at DU low doses O₂⁻ may act as the principal mediator of DNA damage while at higher doses the signaling pathway mediated by O₂⁻ may be blocked, prevailing damage to DNA by the TNFα route. The study of macrophage functions after uranyl nitrate treatment could provide insights into the pathophysiology of uranium-related diseases.
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- N S Orona
- School of Science and Technology, National University of General Martín, Avda Gral Paz 5445, 1650 San Martín, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of gadolinium (Gd3+), provided as gadolinium chloride, on fibroblast function. MATERIALS AND METHODS Human dermal fibroblasts in monolayer culture and intact skin in organ culture were exposed to the lanthanide metal (1-20 μM). RESULTS Increased proliferation was observed, in association with upregulation of matrix metalloproteinase-1 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1, without an apparent increase in production of type I procollagen. A platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) receptor-blocking antibody inhibited fibroblast proliferation in response to Gd3+ as did inhibitors of signaling pathways--that is, mitogen-activated protein kinase and phosphatidylinositol-3 kinase pathways--that are activated by PDGF. CONCLUSION The responses to gadolinium chloride are similar to responses previously seen with chelated Gd3+ in clinically used magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents. Fibroblast responses appear to reflect Gd3+-induced PDGF receptor activation and downstream signaling. Increased dermal fibroblast proliferation in conjunction with effects on matrix metalloproteinase-1 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 could contribute to the fibroplastic/fibrotic changes seen in the lesional skin of individuals with nephrogenic systemic fibrosis.
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Fabre M, Leroy-Willig A, Denis CV, Ba N, Schoëvaërt D, Guettier C, Geldwerth-Feniger D. In vivo MRI and ex vivo quantification of iron and Kupffer cells demonstrate residual phagocytic activity in mouse liver after a gadolinium chloride injection. Biochimie 2010; 92:1343-53. [PMID: 20600563 DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2010.06.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2009] [Accepted: 06/18/2010] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Kupffer cells (KCs), the resident macrophages of the liver, display a phagocytic activity that is not well quantified in animal models. Its experimental invalidation in rodents has been carried out by various means, among which the gadolinium chloride (GdCl₃) injection has been widely used, and has been generally monitored by ex vivo techniques. The aim of our study was to determine the KC phagocytic activity induced in mouse liver following a single GdCl₃ injection, through Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) measurement of liver uptake of Ferumoxide in vivo, and through ex vivo quantification of Perls positive and F4/80 labeled macrophages. In this study, we showed that 24 h after an IV injection at a dose of 50 mg/kg body weight, GdCl₃ did not induce any hepato-cellular damage, nor did it strongly suppress liver phagocytic activity, as demonstrated by the persistent hepatic uptake of the iron-based MRI contrast agent Ferumoxide. In the GdCl₃-treated mice, the injection of Ferumoxide produced an increase in the liver proton transverse relaxation rate R2 which averaged 71 ± 24% of that of the control animals. The ex vivo iron and immune phenotypic quantification, performed after the Ferumoxide injection and MRI, confirmed the presence of activated phagocytes in the liver of the GdCl₃-treated animals, with a global iron score and F4/80 positive cell count respectively averaging 85 ± 26% and 46 ± 13% of their values in the untreated mice. In vivo MRI evaluation of the liver phagocytic activity using Ferumoxide may further prove useful in the follow up of both experimental and human pathologies.
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- Monique Fabre
- Anatomie Pathologique, Univ Paris-Sud, CHU Bicêtre, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre F-94275, France
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Gou BD, Bian S, Zhang TL, Wang K. Gadolinium-promoted precipitation of calcium phosphate is associated with profibrotic activation of RAW 264.7 macrophages. Toxicol In Vitro 2010; 24:1743-9. [PMID: 20471468 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2010.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2010] [Revised: 04/09/2010] [Accepted: 05/10/2010] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Gadolinium-based contrast agents are now being linked to nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF). The exact mechanism by which gadolinium species act in the pathogenesis of NSF is not fully understood. In this study, we evaluated the effect of gadolinium chloride (GdCl(3)) on the precipitation of calcium phosphate, and examined the role of the gadolinium-containing precipitates in the profibrotic activation of macrophages. In a free-drift system, the induction time was markedly reduced with increasing concentration of GdCl(3), accompanied by alterations of morphology and composition of the precipitates. In complete cell culture medium, the addition of GdCl(3) resulted in formation of particles around 200-300 nm. In an in vitro cellular model with RAW 264.7 macrophages, GdCl(3) increased the production of TGF-beta1 and IL-6 via the activation of PKC and ERK signaling pathway. Our findings demonstrate that GdCl(3) promotes calcium phosphate precipitation and induces profibrotic activation of macrophages.
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- Bao-Di Gou
- Department of Chemical Biology, Peking University School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing, PR China.
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Eliseeva SV, Bünzli JCG. Lanthanide luminescence for functional materials and bio-sciences. Chem Soc Rev 2010; 39:189-227. [PMID: 20023849 DOI: 10.1039/b905604c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2126] [Impact Index Per Article: 151.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Svetlana V Eliseeva
- Laboratory of Lanthanide Supramolecular Chemistry, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne (EPFL)
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Effects of gadolinium-based magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents on human skin in organ culture and human skin fibroblasts. Invest Radiol 2009; 44:74-81. [PMID: 19077912 DOI: 10.1097/rli.0b013e31818f76b5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) is a clinical syndrome linked with exposure in renal failure patients to gadolinium-based magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents (GBCAs). The pathogenesis of the disease is largely unknown. The present study addresses potential pathophysiological mechanisms. MATERIALS AND METHODS Here, we have examined human skin in organ culture and human dermal fibroblasts in monolayer culture for responses to GBCA stimulation. RESULTS Treatment of normal human skin in organ culture with Omniscan had no significant effect on type I procollagen but increased both matrix metalloproteinase-1 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1. At the histologic level, many interstitial cells demonstrated cytologic features characteristic of activation (ie, light staining, oblong, plump nuclei). Omniscan, as well as 3 other magnetic resonance imaging contrast agents (Magnevist, Multihance, and Prohance), increased proliferation of human dermal fibroblasts in monolayer culture. Increased proliferation was accompanied by an increase in production of both matrix metalloproteinase-1 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-1 but no increase in type I procollagen. Concentrations required for effects differed among the 4 agents (Omniscan < Magnevist and Multihance < Prohance). In contrast to its effects on fibroblast function, Omniscan did not stimulate human epidermal keratinocyte proliferation when examined over a wide range of concentrations. CONCLUSION These data provide evidence that GBCA exposure in ex vivo skin from healthy individuals increases fibroblast proliferation and has effects on the enzyme/inhibitor system that regulates collagen turnover in the skin.
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Biochemical effects of gadolinium chloride in rats liver and kidney studied by 1H NMR metabolomics. J RARE EARTH 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/s1002-0721(08)60234-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Takahashi S, Kubota Y, Okinaga K, Furuya K. A NEW METHOD OF ESTIMATING THE CYTOTOXIC EFFECTS OF SUSPENDED PARTICULATE MATTER ON CULTURED ALVEOLAR MACROPHAGES IN VITRO. Toxicol Mech Methods 2008; 12:169-80. [DOI: 10.1080/15376520208951154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Liao P, Wei L, Zhang X, Li X, Wu H, Wu Y, Ni J, Pei F. Metabolic profiling of serum from gadolinium chloride-treated rats by 1H NMR spectroscopy. Anal Biochem 2007; 364:112-21. [PMID: 17386919 DOI: 10.1016/j.ab.2007.02.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2006] [Revised: 02/14/2007] [Accepted: 02/15/2007] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Metabolic profiling of serum from gadolinium chloride (GdCl(3), 10 and 50 mg/kg body weight, intraperitoneal [i.p.])-treated rats was investigated by the NMR spectroscopic-based metabonomic strategy. Serum samples were collected at 48, 96, and 168h postdose (p.d.) after exposure to GdCl(3). (1)H NMR spectra of serum were analyzed by pattern recognition using principal components analysis. The studies showed that there was a dose-related biochemical effect of GdCl(3) treatment on the levels of a range of low-molecular weight compounds in serum. The liver damage induced by GdCl(3) was characterized by the elevation of lactate, pyruvate, and creatine as well as the decrease of branched-chain amino acids (valine and isoleucine), alanine, glucose, and trimethylamine-N-oxide concentration in serum samples. The biochemical effects of GdCl(3) in rats could be consulted when evaluating the biochemical profile of gadolinium-containing compounds that are being developed for nuclear magnetic resonance imaging.
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- Peiqiu Liao
- Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, People's Republic of China
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Kostova I, Momekov G. Synthesis, characterization and cytotoxicity evaluation of new cerium(III), lanthanum(III) and neodymium(III) complexes. Appl Organomet Chem 2007. [DOI: 10.1002/aoc.1205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Baek HS, Yoo JY, Rah DK, Han DW, Lee DH, Kwon OH, Park JC. Evaluation of the extraction method for the cytotoxicity testing of latex gloves. Yonsei Med J 2005; 46:579-83. [PMID: 16127787 PMCID: PMC2815847 DOI: 10.3349/ymj.2005.46.4.579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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In this study, the cytotoxicity of medical latex gloves to cultured L-929 cells was determined using various extraction conditions. According to the extraction time and temperature, three types of extraction conditions were used: 1) 24 h at 37 degrees C; 2) 72 h at 37 degrees C; 3) 72 h at 50 degrees C. Also, four different extraction vehicles were used, namely, distilled water (DW), 9 g/l sodium chloride (saline) in DW, and culture media with or without serum. Under the above-mentioned conditions, the samples were extracted and then 2-fold serially diluted in the concentration range 3.13 - 50%. When extracted with either DW or saline for 24 h or 72 h at 37 degrees C, only 50% diluted samples showed distinct cytotoxicity to L-929 cells. Moreover, no cytotoxic potentials were observed when gloves were extracted with DW or saline at 50 degrees C for 72 h. Cytotoxicity was markedly greater when gloves were extracted with culture medium, irrespective of the presence of serum in the medium. These results suggest that optimal extraction conditions should be established for the cytotoxicity evaluations of biomaterials and medical devices.
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- Hyun Sook Baek
- Department of Medical Engineering, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 134 Shinchon-dong, Seodaemun-ku, Seoul 120-752, Korea.
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Kalinich JF, Ramakrishnan N, Villa V, McClain DE. Depleted uranium-uranyl chloride induces apoptosis in mouse J774 macrophages. Toxicology 2002; 179:105-14. [PMID: 12204547 DOI: 10.1016/s0300-483x(02)00318-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Depleted uranium entering the body as a result of inhalation or embedded fragments becomes associated to a great extent with macrophages. As part of our continuing studies on the health effects of internalized depleted uranium, we investigated the effect of soluble depleted uranium-uranyl chloride on the mouse macrophage cell line, J774. Using a cytochemical staining protocol specific for uranium, we found that uranium uptake by the macrophages increased in a time-dependent manner. Treatment with 1, 10, or 100 microM depleted uranium-uranyl chloride resulted in decreased viability of the J774 cells within 24 h. Flow cytometric analysis of the treated cells with annexin V showed the translocation of phosphatidylserine from the inner face of the plasma membrane to the outer surface indicating the loss of phospholipid symmetry and the beginning of the apoptotic process. Significant differences in annexin V labeling between control cells and cells treated with 100 microM depleted uranium-uranyl chloride were apparent within 2 h. Other events associated with apoptosis, including morphological changes and DNA fragmentation, were also apparent after depleted uranium-uranyl chloride treatment. These results suggest that the uptake and concentration of soluble depleted uranium by macrophages initiates events that results in the apoptotic death of these cells.
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- John F Kalinich
- Applied Cellular Radiobiology Department, Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute, Bethesda, MD 20889-5603, USA.
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Adding LC, Bannenberg GL, Gustafsson LE. Basic experimental studies and clinical aspects of gadolinium salts and chelates. CARDIOVASCULAR DRUG REVIEWS 2001; 19:41-56. [PMID: 11314600 DOI: 10.1111/j.1527-3466.2001.tb00182.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 95] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Gadolinium is a lanthanide that has in recent years become more commonly present in our society. Organic chelates of gadolinium are increasingly used as contrast agents for the imaging of body fluids. Although adverse reactions to these agents are uncommon, it is known that gadolinium salts can bring about a wide variety of changes in physiology. Gadolinium chloride is widely used experimentally as an inhibitor of stretch-activated ion channels and physiological responses of tissues to mechanical stimulation. It is also employed as a selective inhibitor of macrophages in vivo. In this review, the known biochemical actions of gadolinium are brought together with its in vivo pharmacology and toxicology.
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- L C Adding
- Dept. of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institute, S-17177 Stockholm, Sweden.
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Kay S, Worth AP. Improving the application of quantitative methods in validation work. Toxicol In Vitro 2001; 15:601-4. [PMID: 11566598 DOI: 10.1016/s0887-2333(01)00066-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The acceptance of quantitative methods in in vitro studies has seen a steady increase over the last 5 years. ECVAM's Biostatistics Task Force report in the mid-1990s (Holzhütter, H.-G., Archer, G., Dami, N., Lovall, D.P., Saltelli, A., Sjöström, M., 1996. Recommendations for the application of biostatistical methods during the development and validation of alternative toxicological methods. ECVAM Biostatistics Task Force Report 1. ATLA 24, 511-530) laid out clear guidelines for biologists in this field. Nevertheless, the application of more formal approaches to experimental design and statistics is still far from complete in many studies. Furthermore, the regulatory paradigm often does not encourage the use of standard statistical techniques; for example, lowest detectable concentration levels in assays are defined in international guidelines as a simple multiple of standard deviation, rather than tests which are accepted in the statistical field as more reliable and more powerful. ECVAM is currently defining a new approach to facilitate the improved acceptance of these methods into the development and validation process. This will cover a review of appropriate quantitative approaches that can be applied in the validation of alternative methods, as well as an educational element for the community as a whole. This paper will discuss some issues of concern, and outline the milestones planned to help facilitate the acceptance of quantitative methods.
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- S Kay
- ECVAM, Institute for Health & Consumer Protection, European Commission Joint Research Centre, 21020 Ispra (VA), Italy.
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