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Yang B, Ni J, Zeng Z, Shi B, You W, Ke C. Cloning and characterization of the dopamine like receptor in the oyster Crassostrea angulata: expression during the ovarian cycle. Comp Biochem Physiol B Biochem Mol Biol 2012; 164:168-75. [PMID: 23274282 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpb.2012.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2012] [Revised: 12/20/2012] [Accepted: 12/20/2012] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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We cloned and characterized a complete cDNA encoding a dopamine receptor (DAR) named Ca-DA1R from Fujian oyster, Crassostrea angulata. The 2843 bp long cDNA sequence includes a 916-bp 5'-UTR, the 1197 bp ORF which encodes a putative protein of 399 amino acids, and a 729 bp 3'-UTR. The Ca-DA1R sequence possesses typical characteristics of a D1 receptor: two main features being a short third intracellular loop and a long inner COOH-terminal tail domain. Using a real-time PCR approach, expression profiles of Ca-DA1R were analyzed in adult tissues and during the four stages of ovarian development. Ca-DA1R was expressed ubiquitously, although transcript levels varied between tissues, with higher mRNA levels detected in the ovary, labial palps and mantle. During the four stages of ovarian development, Ca-DA1R mRNA expression level was higher in the proliferation stage than in the other three stages during the ovary cycle. In situ hybridization results reveal that the Ca-DA1R mRNA is mainly expressed in the epithelium of the gonoducts. These observations suggest that Ca-DA1R binding of DA probably plays an important role in early ovarian development and via regulating oocyte locomotion cooperates with the 5-HT receptor system during the ovarian cycle in C. angulata.
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Affiliation(s)
- Bingye Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Science, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, PR China
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Zeng C, Armando I, Luo Y, Eisner GM, Felder RA, Jose PA. Dysregulation of dopamine-dependent mechanisms as a determinant of hypertension: studies in dopamine receptor knockout mice. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol 2008; 294:H551-69. [PMID: 18083900 PMCID: PMC4029502 DOI: 10.1152/ajpheart.01036.2007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Dopamine plays an important role in the pathogenesis of hypertension by regulating epithelial sodium transport and by interacting with vasoactive hormones/humoral factors, such as aldosterone, angiotensin, catecholamines, endothelin, oxytocin, prolactin pro-opiomelancortin, reactive oxygen species, renin, and vasopressin. Dopamine receptors are classified into D(1)-like (D(1) and D(5)) and D(2)-like (D(2), D(3), and D(4)) subtypes based on their structure and pharmacology. In recent years, mice deficient in one or more of the five dopamine receptor subtypes have been generated, leading to a better understanding of the physiological role of each of the dopamine receptor subtypes. This review summarizes the results from studies of various dopamine receptor mutant mice on the role of individual dopamine receptor subtypes and their interactions with other G protein-coupled receptors in the regulation of blood pressure.
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MESH Headings
- Animals
- Blood Pressure/genetics
- Blood Pressure/physiology
- Dopamine/physiology
- Hypertension/genetics
- Hypertension/physiopathology
- Mice
- Mice, Knockout
- Receptors, Dopamine/genetics
- Receptors, Dopamine/physiology
- Receptors, Dopamine D1/genetics
- Receptors, Dopamine D1/physiology
- Receptors, Dopamine D2/genetics
- Receptors, Dopamine D2/physiology
- Receptors, Dopamine D3/genetics
- Receptors, Dopamine D3/physiology
- Receptors, Dopamine D4/genetics
- Receptors, Dopamine D4/physiology
- Receptors, Dopamine D5/genetics
- Receptors, Dopamine D5/physiology
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- Chunyu Zeng
- Department of Cardiology, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing City 400042, People's Republic of China.
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Otth C, Torres M, Ramírez A, Fernandez JC, Castro M, Rauch MC, Brito M, Yañez AJ, Rodríguez-Gil JE, Slebe JC, Concha II. Novel identification of peripheral dopaminergic D2 receptor in male germ cells. J Cell Biochem 2007; 100:141-50. [PMID: 16924680 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.21037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Dopamine is a recognized modulator in the central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral organ functions. The presence of peripheral dopamine receptors outside the CNS has suggested an intriguing interaction between the nervous system and other functional systems, such as the reproductive system. In the present study we analyzed the expression of D2R receptors in rat testis, rat spermatogenic cells and spermatozoa, in different mammals. The RT-PCR analysis of rat testis mRNA showed specific bands corresponding to the two dopamine receptor D2R (L and S) isoforms previously described in the brain. Using Western blot analysis, we confirmed that the protein is present in rat testis, isolated spermatogenic cells and also in spermatozoa of a range of different mammals, such as rat, mouse, bull, and human. The immunohistochemistry analysis of rat adult testis showed that the receptor was expressed in all germ cells (pre- and post-meiotic phase) of the tubule with staining predominant in spermatogonia. Confocal analysis by indirect immunofluorescence revealed that in non-capacitated spermatozoa of rat, mouse, bull, and human, D2R is mainly localized in the flagellum, and is also observed in the acrosomal region of the sperm head (except in human spermatozoa). Our findings demonstrate that the two D2 receptor isoforms are expressed in rat testis and that the receptor protein is present in different mammalian spermatozoa. The presence of D2R receptors in male germ cells implies new and unsuspected roles for dopamine signaling in testicular and sperm physiology.
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- Carola Otth
- Instituto de Bioquímica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Austral de Chile, Valdivia, Chile
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Hyun JS, Bivalacqua TJ, Baig MR, Yang DY, Leungwattanakij S, Abdel-Mageed A, Kim KD, Hellstrom WJG. Localization of peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptors in rat corpus cavernosum. BJU Int 2002; 90:105-12. [PMID: 12081781 DOI: 10.1046/j.1464-410x.2002.02789.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To detect and locate anatomically peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptors in rat cavernosa, as dopamine is important in sexual drive and penile erection through receptors located in the central nervous system. MATERIALS AND METHODS Corpora cavernosa were obtained from Sprague-Dawley rats; total RNA and membrane proteins were extracted and cryostat sections prepared. The rat brain hypothalamus was used as a control for dopamine D1 and D2 receptors. The presence and expression of peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor mRNAs in rat corpus cavernosa was assessed using reverse transcription and polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), and Northern blot hybridization using (32)P-UTP-labelled RNA probes. Concurrently, corresponding proteins from D1 and D2 receptors were assayed and detected by a Western blotting technique. The anatomical location of dopamine D1 and D2 receptor mRNAs in rat penile tissues was identified by in situ hybridization using (35)S-UTP-labelled RNA probes in cryostat sections. Immunohistochemical staining was used to locate peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor proteins in rat corpora cavernosa. RESULTS Dopamine D1 and D2 receptor gene expression was detected in rat corpora cavernosa. In situ hybridization signals for dopamine D1 and D2 receptor mRNAs were localized to corpus cavernosal tissues and dorsal vessels in the rat penis. Western blot analyses showed peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor proteins in rat corpora cavernosa. Immunohistochemically, peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor proteins were detected in dorsal nerves, dorsal vessels and corpus cavernosal smooth muscle of the rat penile tissues. CONCLUSIONS Peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptors are present in the corpora cavernosa of rats. The functional significance of these receptors and signal transduction pathways in modulating the vascular tone of the penis warrants further investigation.
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- J-S Hyun
- Department of Urology, Gyeongsang National University, Chinju, Korea
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Doggrell SA. The therapeutic potential of dopamine modulators on the cardiovascular and renal systems. Expert Opin Investig Drugs 2002; 11:631-44. [PMID: 11996645 DOI: 10.1517/13543784.11.5.631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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In the periphery, physiological dopamine increases renal blood flow, decreases renal resistance and acts on the kidney tubule to enhance natriuresis and diuresis. The loss of dopamine function may be involoved in the deterioration in kidney function associated with ageing and may have a role in the pathogenesis of hypertension and diabetes. Intravenous dopamine is used as a positive inotrope in the treatment of acute heart failure and cardiogenic shock and as a diuretic in renal failure. The clinical uses of dopamine are limited, as it must be given intravenously, and also has widespread effects. The levels of peripheral dopamine can be increased by the administration of L-dopa to increase synthesis, prodrugs to release dopamine (docarpamine, glu-dopa) or by inhibiting the breakdown of dopamine (nitecapone). Preliminary clinical trials suggest that docarpamine may be useful in patients with low cardiac output syndrome after cardiac surgery and in refractory cirrhotic ascites. Ibopamine is an agonist at dopamine D1 and D2 receptors, which may retard the progression of chronic renal failure. Glu-dopa is selective for the kidney, thus avoiding widespread side effects. The early clinical studies with ibopamine as a diuretic in heart failure were favourable but the subsequent large mortality study showed that ibopamine increased mortality. Fenoldopam is a selective dopamine D1 receptor agonist. Intravenous fenoldopam may be useful in the treatment of hypertension associated with coronary artery bypass surgery or in hypertensive emergencies. Although our understanding of physiological and pathological roles of peripheral dopamine has been increasing rapidly in recent times, we still need more information to allow the design of clinically useful drugs that modify these roles. One priority is an orally-active selective dopamine D1 receptor agonist.
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- Sheila A Doggrell
- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, School of Biomedical Sciences, The University of Queensland, QLD 4072, Australia.
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Hyun JS, Baig MR, Yang DY, Leungwattanakij S, Kim KD, Abdel-Mageed AB, Bivalacqua TJ, Hellstrom WJG. Localization of peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptors in rat and human seminal vesicles. JOURNAL OF ANDROLOGY 2002; 23:114-20. [PMID: 11783439 DOI: 10.1002/j.1939-4640.2002.tb02604.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Dopamine, an established neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, is recognized for its role in penile erection and ejaculation in rats. However, its complete mechanism of action in the genitourinary tract is unknown. The objective of this study was to investigate the existence and expression of peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor messenger RNAs (mRNAs) and corresponding proteins in rat and human seminal vesicles. The seminal vesicle tissues of male Sprague-Dawley rats and human radical prostatectomy specimens were used to extract total RNA and proteins, and to prepare slide sections. Rat hypothalamus tissue served as a control for dopamine D1 and D2 receptors. Testing for the presence and expression of peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor mRNAs in rat and human seminal vesicle tissues was performed by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction. Western blotting was used to detect corresponding proteins of D1 and D2 receptors. Immunohistochemical staining using rabbit antipeptide polyclonal antibodies was employed to identify and anatomically localize dopamine D1 and D2 receptor proteins in rat and human seminal vesicles. Dopamine D1 and D2 receptor transcripts were detected in both human and rat seminal vesicle tissues. Western blot analysis demonstrated that peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptor proteins exist in both human and rat seminal vesicle tissues. Immunohistochemical analysis demonstrated the localization of peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptors to the smooth muscle layer of human and rat seminal vesicles. The results of this study demonstrate that peripheral dopamine D1 and D2 receptors are present in the seminal vesicle tissue in both rats and humans. Although these results suggest that seminal emission may be mediated in part by the stimulation of peripheral dopamine receptors located in the seminal vesicles, the functional significance of dopamine in male reproductive tract has yet to be fully defined.
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- Jae-Seog Hyun
- Department of Urology, Tulane University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112, USA
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Amenta F, Ricci A, Rossodivita I, Avola R, Tayebati SK. The dopaminergic system in hypertension. Clin Exp Hypertens 2001; 23:15-24. [PMID: 11270582 DOI: 10.1081/ceh-100001193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Dopamine exerts cardiovascular and renal actions mediated through interaction with specific dopamine receptors. Dopamine receptors are cell surface receptors coupled to G-proteins and classified into two main super families based on biochemical, pharmacological and molecular characteristics. The dopamine D1-like receptor super family includes D1 and D5 receptors, known also in rodents as D1A and D1B sites. These receptors are linked to stimulation of adenylate cyclase. The dopamine D2-like receptor super family includes D2, D3 and D4 receptors. These receptors are linked to inhibition of adenylate cylase or not related with this enzyme activity. They also interfere with opening of Ca+2 channels and are linked to stimulation of K+ receptors. Dopamine receptor subtypes are expressed in brain as well as in extracerebral structures such as the heart, blood vessels, carotid body, kidney, adrenal gland, parathyroid gland and gastrointestinal tract. In the kidney, which represents the peripheral organ where dopamine receptors were more extensively investigated, dopamine receptors are involved in regulation of hemodynamic, electrolyte and water transport, as well as renin secretion. Hypertension-related dopamine receptor changes were also investigated primarily in the kidney. Defective renal dopamine production and/or dopamine receptor function have been reported in human primary hypertension as well as in genetic models of animal hypertension. There may be a primary defect in D1-like receptors and an altered signalling system in the proximal tubules that lead to reduced dopamine-mediated effects on renal sodium excretion in hypertension. Studies on the influence of hypertension on dopamine D2-like receptors are sparse Disruption of either D1A or D3 receptors at the gene level causes hypertension in mice. Using peripheral blood lymphocytes as possible markers of the status of dopamine receptors in essential hypertension, no changes of dopamine D1-like receptors were noticeable, whereas an increase of dopamine D2-like receptors likely representing an up-regulation mechanism was reported. Available information collectively indicates an involvement of peripheral dopaminergic system in hypertension consisting either in impaired receptor transduction mechanisms and/or in receptor loss. A better knowledge of molecular bases of these changes may contribute to the development of specific therapeutic approaches in the future.
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- F Amenta
- Dipartimento di Scienze Cardiovascolari e Respiratorie, Università La Sapienza, Roma, Italy.
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Arai F, Kishimoto Y, Tada K, Kondo Y, Kudo T. The presence and role of the dopamine DA-2 receptor in the human decidua. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2000; 26:449-54. [PMID: 11152331 DOI: 10.1111/j.1447-0756.2000.tb01356.x] [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] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Our objectives were to identify the presence of the dopamine DA-2 receptor in human decidua and to study its function in human parturition. METHODS Human term decidual tissues were obtained during vaginal delivery and then homogenized. The P3 fraction was prepared for a radiolabeled receptor assay with [3H] spiperone as the ligand. Human decidual tissues obtained at cesarean section before the onset of labor were incubated in Krebs-Ringer buffer at 37 degrees C for 30 minutes in the presence of dopamine with or without (-)-sulpiride. The level of prostaglandin (PG) F in the medium was measured with a RIA kit. Differences were assessed with the Wilcoxon non-parametric test. RESULTS Scatchard analysis showed a single class of binding sites having an equilibrium dissociation constant (Kd) of 2.25 +/- 0.59 nM (mean +/- SD) and a maximum binding capacity (Bmax) value of 166.5 +/- 77.7 fmol/mg protein (n = 3). Dopamine significantly increased the production of PGF. This stimulatory effect of dopamine was suppressed by (-)-sulpiride (p < 0.05; n = 7). CONCLUSION The DA-2 receptor was demonstrated in the human decidua. Dopamine can stimulate PGF production via this receptor.
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- F Arai
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Medical School, Japan
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Fernández MM, Calama E, Morán A, Martín ML, San Román L. Characterization of mechanisms involved in presynaptic inhibition of sympathetic pressor effects induced by some 5-HT1 receptor antagonists. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2000; 20:313-23. [PMID: 11350497 DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-2680.2000.00197.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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1. In a previous study, we showed that the presynaptic inhibitory action of 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor agonists on sympathetic pressor effects obtained in the pithed rats were mainly mediated by activation of 5-HT1A and 5-HT1D receptor subtypes. At the time, we observed that some 5-HT1 receptors antagonists - WAY 100,635 and NAN-190 (both 5-HT1A receptor antagonists), methiothepin (a 5-HT1,2,5,6,7 receptor antagonist) and spiperone (a 5-HT1,2 receptor antagonist) - reduced per se the pressor effects obtained by electrical stimulation. The aim of the present work was to investigate the mechanism participating in this inhibitory effect. 2. The inhibition induced by WAY 100,635 (1000 microg kg-1, i.v.) was blocked after i.v. treatment with idazoxan, an alpha2-adrenoceptor antagonist (300 and 1000 microg kg-1) and was not modified after i.v. treatment with propranolol, a beta-adrenoceptor antagonist (1000 microg kg-1) and sulpiride, a D2 receptor antagonist (1000 microg kg-1). The inhibition induced by spiperone (500 microg kg-1 i.v.) was significantly blocked by sulpiride (1000 microg kg-1) and was not modified by idazoxan or propranolol. 3. Sulpiride (1000 microg kg-1) partially blocked the inhibition induced by methiothepin (50 microg kg-1 i.v.). Only pretreatment with idazoxan (300 microg kg-1) modified the inhibition induced by NAN-190 (100 microg kg-1 i.v.), such inhibition increasing after intravenous administration of idazoxan. 4. All the antagonists used in our experiments failed to inhibit the pressor responses elicited by i.v. noradrenaline administration. 5. The above results suggest that the inhibitory effects of these 5-HT1 receptor antagonists are presynaptic in nature, but not related to the blockade of 5-HT1 receptors subtypes. The simultaneous activation or inhibition of other receptor systems could explain the inhibition produced by each 5-HT1 receptor antagonist studied.
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- M M Fernández
- Laboratorio de Farmacognosia y Farmacología, Departamento de Fisiología y Farmacología, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain
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