1
|
Bozhinovski G, Terzikj M, Kubelka-Sabit K, Plaseska-Karanfilska D. High Incidence of CPLANE1-Related Joubert Syndrome in the Products of Conceptions from Early Pregnancy Losses. Balkan Med J 2024; 41:97-104. [PMID: 38351681 PMCID: PMC10913109 DOI: 10.4274/balkanmedj.galenos.2024.2023-10-72] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
Abstract
Background The fetal monogenic causes of early pregnancy losses (EPLs) are mainly unknown, with only a few articles on the subject published. In our previous study of EPLs using whole-exome sequencing analysis, we confirmed a genetic diagnosis of CPLANE1-related Joubert syndrome (JS) in three EPLs from two couples and identified a relatively common CPLANE1 allele among our population (NM_001384732.1:c.1819delT;c.7817T>A, further after referred as “complex allele”). Pathogenic variants in the CPLANE1 (C5orf42) gene are reported to cause JS type 17, a primary ciliopathy with various system defects. Aims To examine the hypothesis that the CPLANE1 “complex allele,” whether homozygous or compound heterozygous, is a common cause of EPLs in our population. Study Design Cohort study/case-control study.ontrol study. Methods In this study, we used polymerase chain reaction-based methods to screen for CPLANE1 “complex allele” presence among 246 euploid EPLs (< 12 gestational weeks) from families in North Macedonia. We also investigated the impact of this allele in 650 women with EPLs versus 646 women with no history of pregnancy loss and at least one livebirth, matched by ethnic origin. Results We found a high incidence of JS in the total study group of EPLs (2.03%), with a considerably higher incidence among Albanian families (6.25%). Although not statistically significant, women with EPLs had a higher allele frequency of the CPLANE1 “complex allele” (AF = 1.38%) than the controls (AF = 0.85%; p = 0.2). Albanian women had significantly higher frequency of the “complex allele” than the Macedonians (AF = 1.65% and 0.39%, respectively; p = 0.003). Conclusion To the best of our knowledge, this is the highest reported incidence of fetal monogenic disease that might cause EPLs. Targeted screening for the CPLANE1 “complex allele” would be warranted in Albanian ethnic couples because it would detect one JS in every 16 euploid EPLs. Our findings have a larger impact on the pathogenesis of pregnancy loss and contribute to a better understanding of the pathogenicity of the variants in the CPLANE1 gene.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Gjorgji Bozhinovski
- Research Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology “Georgi D. Efremov”, Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Skopje, North Macedonia
| | - Marija Terzikj
- Research Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology “Georgi D. Efremov”, Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Skopje, North Macedonia
| | - Katerina Kubelka-Sabit
- Department of Laboratory for Histopathology and Cytology, Clinical Hospital Acıbadem Sistina, Skopje, North Macedonia
- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Goce Delchev University, Stip, North Macedonia
| | - Dijana Plaseska-Karanfilska
- Research Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology “Georgi D. Efremov”, Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Skopje, North Macedonia
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Thakur S, Sharma V, Kaur D, Purkait P. Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Insertion/Deletion (I/D) Polymorphism as a Conjoint Regulator of Coagulation, Fibrinolytic, and RAAS Pathway in Infertility and Associated Pregnancy Complications. J Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone Syst 2022; 2022:1695769. [PMID: 36532100 PMCID: PMC9726265 DOI: 10.1155/2022/1695769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2022] [Revised: 08/31/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Despite the increase in assisted reproductive technologies, the high rates of infertility and pregnancy complications are a major concern to infertility specialists worldwide. Infertility may be attributed to pregnancy complications like thrombophilia, preeclampsia and fibrin-induced recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) directly or indirectly causes preeclampsia and thrombophilia through the fibrinolytic pathway that ultimately leads to RPL or infertility. The underlying mechanisms of this interaction are still unclear. The present comprehensive review is intended to demonstrate the role and interaction of RAAS and fibrinolytic pathways in pregnancy complications. How this interaction can induce pregnancy complications, and ultimately infertility, is also discussed in the light of current evidence. This study also presents common markers that link RAAS and fibrinolytic processes in developing thrombophilia, preeclampsia and RPL. The common link in these pathways is ACE gene I/D polymorphism. Apart from ACE, PAI-1, VIIa, XIIa, AT1R, AT1AA, and TF are common molecules that can delineate the underlying causes of pregnancy complications and infertility.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sunil Thakur
- Origin LIFE Healthcare Solutions & Research Centre LLP, Chandigarh PIN-160036, India
| | - Vaishnavi Sharma
- Postgraduate Government College for Girls, Sector-42, Chandigarh, India
| | - Dipneet Kaur
- Origin LIFE Healthcare Solutions & Research Centre LLP, Chandigarh PIN-160036, India
| | - Pulakes Purkait
- Origin LIFE Healthcare Solutions & Research Centre LLP, Chandigarh PIN-160036, India
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Zhang L, Chen H, Cui C, Liang L, Ge H, Meng L, Zhang C. Effects of oocyte vitrification on gene expression in the liver and kidney tissues of adult offspring. J Assist Reprod Genet 2022; 39:2635-2646. [PMID: 36223009 PMCID: PMC9723011 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-022-02611-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 08/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Oocyte vitrification is an important assisted reproductive technology (ART) that preserves the fertility of unmarried patients with malignant tumors, and promotes the development of the oocyte donation program. In recent years, the effects of ART, including the vitrification of oocytes and embryos on the health of offspring, have attracted much attention; however, it is difficult to conduct long-term follow-up and biochemical evaluation in humans. In this study, we detected the effect of oocyte vitrification on gene expression in the organs of adult mice offspring by RNA sequencing for the first time. Our results showed that only a small amount of gene expression was significantly affected. Seven genes (Tpm3, Hspe1-rs1, Ntrk2, Cyp4a31, Asic5, Cyp4a14, Retsat) were abnormally expressed in the liver, and ten genes (Lbp, Hspe1-rs1, Prxl2b, Pfn3, Gm9008, Bglap3, Col8a1, Hmgcr, Ero1lb, Ifi44l) were abnormal in the kidney. Several genes were related to metabolism and disease occurrence in the liver or kidney. Besides, we paid special attention to the expression of known imprinted genes and DNA methylation-related genes in adult organs, which are susceptible to oocyte cryopreservation in the preimplantation stage. As a result, some of these transcripts were detected in adult organs, but they were not affected by oocyte vitrification. In conclusion, we first report that oocyte vitrification did not significantly change the global gene expression in offspring organs; nonetheless, it can still influence the transcription of a few functional genes. The potential adverse effects caused by oocyte vitrification need attention and further study.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lei Zhang
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
| | - Huanhuan Chen
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
| | - Chenchen Cui
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
| | - Linlin Liang
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
| | - Hengtao Ge
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China
| | - Li Meng
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China.
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China.
| | - Cuilian Zhang
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital of Henan University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China.
- Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Reproductive Bioengineering, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Alhur NF, Al Qahtani NH, AlSuhaibani ES, Alsulmi E, Almandil NB, AbdulAzeez S, Borgio JF. Fetal Nucleated Red Blood Cells Preferable Than Cell-Free Fetal DNA for Early Determination of Gender Among Invasive and Non-Invasive Source Using Novel Four Genes Multiplex PCR. Int J Gen Med 2021; 14:9697-9705. [PMID: 34938099 PMCID: PMC8687708 DOI: 10.2147/ijgm.s345345] [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] [Received: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 11/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Deoxyribonucleic acid from invasive, non-invasive and 9th week embryo can be a resource for the determination of fetal sex using highly sensitive and specific multiplex PCR. Methods A total of 402 DNA samples were used to test the newly developed novel multiplex PCR including male specific (3 genes: SRY, DAZ2 and TSPY1) Y-biomarkers and internal control, ACTB. The study isolated cffDNA (Cell-free fetal DNA; n = 73) from mother’s plasma, serum and urine, fetal DNA from 9th week embryo and cord blood, and fetal DNA from CD71+ve nucleated red blood cells (fNRBC; n = 73). Paternal and maternal DNA from buccal cells (n = 20) and blood (n = 232) used for male and female confirmation. Results The study observed that SRY alone cannot be a suitable Y-biomarker. Confirmation from any two Y-biomarkers is mandatory for male fetus identification. Direct sequencing of the gel eluted multiplex and single amplicons confirmed the specific sequences. Presence of two out of 3 Y-biomarkers OR single Y-biomarker with >1,000,000 intensity is considered positive for male. The multiplex PCR is suitable for determining sex from all source of fetal DNA including highly degraded cffDNA and can detect the sex using 0.5ng DNA. Individual marker-based real-time qPCR followed by combined melt curve analysis showed distinguished melt curve peaks for the markers. Conclusion The multiplex PCR achieved 100% accuracy on fetal DNA from fNRBC for early determinations (<13 weeks) of gender. The developed novel and simple multiplex PCR and individual qPCR can be adopted in all types of laboratories for determining human fetal gender using fetal DNA from fNRBC. Early identification of gender can support to prepare for possible X-linked analysis, reduce anxiety in mother, strengthen a bond between mother and fetus, and effective decision making. Non-invasive source of fetal DNA from fNRBC preferred for identifying gender to reduce the risk of invasive procedures in early (8–13 weeks) pregnancy.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Norah F Alhur
- College of Science, Zoology Department, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Nourah H Al Qahtani
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | | | - Eman Alsulmi
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - Noor B Almandil
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy Research, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations (IRMC), Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, 31441, Saudi Arabia
| | - Sayed AbdulAzeez
- Department of Genetic Research, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations (IRMC), Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| | - J Francis Borgio
- Department of Genetic Research, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations (IRMC), Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Tran TT, Linga VG, Al-Obaide MAI, Bello-Germino D, Hoda M, Adesanya O, Vasylyeva TL. Congenital nephrotic syndrome in a Hispanic Guatemalan newborn associated with a NPHS1 variant: A case report. Biomed Rep 2021; 16:4. [PMID: 34900253 PMCID: PMC8652645 DOI: 10.3892/br.2021.1487] [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] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 11/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
Abstract
Congenital nephrotic syndrome (CNS) is an autosomal recessive disorder usually detected in the first 3 months of life when the syndromes effects manifest, including edema and a failure to gain weight. A baby boy was admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for prematurity (35 weeks) with unremarkable maternal prenatal laboratory tests. The patient had persistent systemic hypertension, hypoproteinemia, hypoalbuminemia and nephrotic range proteinuria. CNS was diagnosed, and genetic testing showed a homozygous variant, c.3024A>G (AGA>AGG) in exon 22 of the nephrin locus. Bioinformatics analysis suggested the genetic condition was likely a result of malfunctional DNA binding sites of transcription factors FOXL1 and FOXC1.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Thu T Tran
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| | - Vijay G Linga
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| | - Mohammed A I Al-Obaide
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| | - Daniella Bello-Germino
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| | - Mehar Hoda
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| | - Olubukunola Adesanya
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| | - Tetyana L Vasylyeva
- Department of Pediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
| |
Collapse
|