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Custers ML, Nestor L, De Bundel D, Van Eeckhaut A, Smolders I. Current Approaches to Monitor Macromolecules Directly from the Cerebral Interstitial Fluid. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14051051. [PMID: 35631637 PMCID: PMC9146401 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14051051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Revised: 05/07/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Gaining insights into the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of lead compounds is crucial during drug development processes. When it comes to the treatment of brain diseases, collecting information at the site of action is challenging. There are only a few techniques available that allow for the direct sampling from the cerebral interstitial space. This review concerns the applicability of microdialysis and other approaches, such as cerebral open flow microperfusion and electrochemical biosensors, to monitor macromolecules (neuropeptides, proteins, …) in the brain. Microdialysis and cerebral open flow microperfusion can also be used to locally apply molecules at the same time at the site of sampling. Innovations in the field are discussed, together with the pitfalls. Moreover, the ‘nuts and bolts’ of the techniques and the current research gaps are addressed. The implementation of these techniques could help to improve drug development of brain-targeted drugs.
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Reid CH, Finnerty NJ. An electrochemical investigation into the effects of local and systemic administrations of sodium nitroprusside in brain extracellular fluid of mice. Bioelectrochemistry 2019; 132:107441. [PMID: 31869701 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioelechem.2019.107441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2019] [Revised: 12/03/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Sodium nitroprusside (SNP) is a nitric oxide (NO)-donor drug used clinically to treat severe hypertension, however, there are limitations associated with its mechanism of action that prevent widespread adoption. In particular, its impact on cerebral hemodynamics is controversial and direct evidence on its effects are lacking. Electrochemical methods provide an attractive option to undertake real time neurochemical measurements in situ using selective microsensors. Herein, we report the novel application of an existing platinum (Pt)-Nafion® sensor to measure the release of NO from SNP under in vitro and in vivo conditions. Initially, the temporal release of NO was measured and the effect of the reducing agent, ascorbic acid (AA), was elucidated in vitro. A combined microdialysis/NO sensor construct was implanted into the striatum of anaesthetised mice and the local perfusion of 10 mM SNP with/without AA resulted in increased NO concentration detected using the Pt-Nafion® sensor. Subsequently, the NO sensor, coupled with carbon paste electrodes (CPEs) for the electrochemical measurement of O2, were applied to investigate SNP effects in freely moving mice. A complex mechanism of action was identified that infers NO inhibition and biphasic O2 dynamics. The preliminary findings within support a strong cerebrovascular effect of systemic SNP administration that warrants careful consideration for clinical use.
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- Caroline H Reid
- Chemistry Department, Maynooth University, Co. Kildare, Ireland
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- Chemistry Department, Maynooth University, Co. Kildare, Ireland.
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Herdman KM, Breslin CB, Finnerty NJ. Physiological monitoring of tissue pH: In vitro characterisation and in vivo validation of a quinone-modified carbon paste electrode. Electrochim Acta 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2018.12.110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Ni Y, Liu H, Dai D, Mu X, Xu J, Shao S. Chromogenic, Fluorescent, and Redox Sensors for Multichannel Imaging and Detection of Hydrogen Peroxide in Living Cell Systems. Anal Chem 2018; 90:10152-10158. [PMID: 30058328 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.7b04435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is an important reactive oxygen species (ROS). Maintaining the H2O2 concentration at a normal level is critical to achieve the normal physiological activities of cells, which otherwise might trigger various diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to develop new and practical multisignaling sensors for both visualization of intracellular H2O2 and accurate detection of extracellular H2O2. In this paper, a novel multichannel signaling fluorescence-electrochemistry combined probe 1 (FE-H2O2) is presented for imaging and detection of H2O2 in living cell systems. In our design, the probe FE-H2O2 consists of a H2O2 reaction site and 4-ferrocenyl(vinyl)pyridine unit which affords chromogenic, fluorescent, and electrochemical signals. These structural motifs yield a combined chromogenic, fluorescent, and redox sensor in a single molecule. Probe FE-H2O2 showed a "Turn-On" fluorescence response to H2O2, which can be used for monitoring intracellular H2O2 in vivo. Furthermore, the electrochemical response of probe FE-H2O2 was decreased after the addition of H2O2, which can be applied for accurate detection of H2O2 released from living cells. When the fluorescence imaging method is combined with electrochemical analysis technology, it is hopeful that the well-designed multimodule probe can serve as a practical tool for understanding the metabolism and homeostasis of H2O2 in a complex biological system.
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- Yue Ni
- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province , Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Lanzhou , Gansu 730000 , P. R. China.,University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province , Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Lanzhou , Gansu 730000 , P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province , Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Lanzhou , Gansu 730000 , P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province , Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Lanzhou , Gansu 730000 , P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province , Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Lanzhou , Gansu 730000 , P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Chemistry of Northwestern Plant Resources and Key Laboratory for Natural Medicine of Gansu Province , Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Lanzhou , Gansu 730000 , P. R. China
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Finnerty NJ, Bolger FB. In vitro development and in vivo application of a platinum-based electrochemical device for continuous measurements of peripheral tissue oxygen. Bioelectrochemistry 2018; 119:124-135. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bioelechem.2017.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2017] [Revised: 09/19/2017] [Accepted: 09/19/2017] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Finnerty NJ, Bolger FB. A platinum oxide-based microvoltammetric pH electrode suitable for physiological investigations. Analyst 2018; 143:3124-3133. [DOI: 10.1039/c8an00631h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Herein, we report the in vitro investigation of a physiologically relevant Pt oxide-based microvoltammetric pH electrode.
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Reid CH, Finnerty NJ. Real-Time Amperometric Recording of Extracellular H₂O₂ in the Brain of Immunocompromised Mice: An In Vitro, Ex Vivo and In Vivo Characterisation Study. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2017; 17:E1596. [PMID: 28698470 PMCID: PMC5539478 DOI: 10.3390/s17071596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2017] [Revised: 07/03/2017] [Accepted: 07/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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We detail an extensive characterisation study on a previously described dual amperometric H₂O₂ biosensor consisting of H₂O₂ detection (blank) and degradation (catalase) electrodes. In vitro investigations demonstrated excellent H₂O₂ sensitivity and selectivity against the interferent, ascorbic acid. Ex vivo studies were performed to mimic physiological conditions prior to in vivo deployment. Exposure to brain tissue homogenate identified reliable sensitivity and selectivity recordings up to seven days for both blank and catalase electrodes. Furthermore, there was no compromise in pre- and post-implanted catalase electrode sensitivity in ex vivo mouse brain. In vivo investigations performed in anaesthetised mice confirmed the ability of the H₂O₂ biosensor to detect increases in amperometric current following locally perfused/infused H₂O₂ and antioxidant inhibitors mercaptosuccinic acid and sodium azide. Subsequent recordings in freely moving mice identified negligible effects of control saline and sodium ascorbate interference injections on amperometric H₂O₂ current. Furthermore, the stability of the amperometric current was confirmed over a five-day period and analysis of 24-h signal recordings identified the absence of diurnal variations in amperometric current. Collectively, these findings confirm the biosensor current responds in vivo to increasing exogenous and endogenous H₂O₂ and tentatively supports measurement of H₂O₂ dynamics in freely moving NOD SCID mice.
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- Caroline H Reid
- Chemistry Department, Maynooth University, Maynooth W23 F2H6, County Kildare, Ireland.
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- Chemistry Department, Maynooth University, Maynooth W23 F2H6, County Kildare, Ireland.
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