Project description:We previously found that a native lipoprotein mix with a high VLDL+LDL/HDL ratio causes a global de novoDNA methylation in THP-1 macrophages. In the present experiment we assessed the consequences of global lipoprotein-induced de novo DNA methylation on global gene expression in the same cells. Moreover, we sought to use gene expression array data to measure RNA expression levels for candidate factors mediating the epigenetic effects of lipoproteins. Experiment Overall Design: Human native VLDL, LDL and HDL lipoproteins were isolated from buffy coats, fractionated by ultracentrifugation, stored at -80deg., desalted to PBS before usage and kept at 4deg. for a maximum of 7d. THP-1 monocytes were differentiated to macrophages, stimulated for 24h with a mix of 68.8mg/ml VLDL, 32.1mg/ml LDL, 91.1mg/ml HDL or unstimulated (control), in serum-free medium with 2% BSA. Three independently isolated lipoprotein samples were used in triplicate.
Project description:<p>Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) are systemic autoimmune diseases associated with increased cardiovascular risk and metabolic alterations. We applied 1H-NMR spectroscopy to profile lipoproteins and metabolites in women with RA, SLE, and healthy controls. Both RA and SLE showed shared alterations in HDL metabolism, including reduced HDL particle size and lower concentrations of small HDL particles compared with controls. RA exhibited additional changes, notably a significant reduction in small LDL particle concentration. Metabolite profiling further differentiated RA, revealing significantly lower circulating levels of glutamine, alanine, and GlycB. Correlation analyses demonstrated that in RA, LDL particle concentrations were positively associated with disease activity (DAS28-ESR), and large LDL particles correlated positively with IFN-γ and VEGF. In SLE, HDL particle measures were associated with complement components, with small HDL particles positively correlated with C3 and HDL particle size inversely correlated with C3, while large LDL particles correlated positively with IL-6 and negatively with MDC. Together, these results indicate that RA and SLE share common lipoprotein alterations, while RA displays additional metabolic changes. NMR-derived lipoprotein and metabolite profiles may provide complementary information for assessing inflammation and cardiovascular risk in autoimmune diseases.</p>
Project description:We previously found that a native lipoprotein mix with a high VLDL+LDL/HDL ratio causes a global de novoDNA methylation in THP-1 macrophages. In the present experiment we assessed the consequences of global lipoprotein-induced de novo DNA methylation on global gene expression in the same cells. Moreover, we sought to use gene expression array data to measure RNA expression levels for candidate factors mediating the epigenetic effects of lipoproteins. Keywords: comparison treated vs. control
Project description:This SuperSeries is composed of the following subset Series: GSE25108: MicroRNAs are Transported in Plasma and Delivered to Recipient Cells by High-Density Lipoproteins (Human HDL miRNA Signatures) GSE25110: MicroRNAs are Transported in Plasma and Delivered to Recipient Cells by High-Density Lipoproteins (Human HDL and Exosome miRNA Signatures) GSE25149: MicroRNAs are Transported in Plasma and Delivered to Recipient Cells by High-Density Lipoproteins (Human exosome, LDL, and HDL miRNA Signatures) GSE25150: MicroRNAs are Transported in Plasma and Delivered to Recipient Cells by High-Density Lipoproteins (Mouse HDL signatures from WT and LDLR-/- high fat diet) GSE25311: MicroRNAs are Transported in Plasma and Delivered to Recipient Cells by High-Density Lipoproteins (HG-U133 2.0) GSE25424: MicroRNAs are Transported in Plasma and Delivered to Recipient Cells by High-Density Lipoproteins (microRNA signatures retrieved from rHDL injected into WT, ApoE-/- chow, ApoE-/-high fat diet) Refer to individual Series
Project description:The lipoproteins of human serum and golden hamster plasma were deeper profiled by label-free proteomics and the shared proteins in lipoprotein particles from humans and golden hamsters were highlighted. The dynamic shared protein compositions of VLDL, LDL, and HDL from golden hamster plasma under normal and hyperlipidemic states were confirmed and compared by parallel reaction monitoring (PRM)-based targeted proteomics. This study was aimed to determine the relationship between the protein heterogeneity and functions of the three lipoproteins under normal conditions and explore the functional implication of protein dynamic change during the hyperlipidemic state.
Project description:<p>Gallbladder cancer (GBC) is the most common biliary tract malignancy and is often diagnosed at advanced stages, partly due to the absence of reliable biomarkers and limited understanding of its biology in African populations. This study aimed to characterize the metabolomic and lipoprotein profiles of GBC patients of Black African ancestry. NMR spectroscopy was used to profile the serum samples. Group comparisons used Wilcoxon tests, correlations used Spearman’s rank test, unsupervised analysis was carried out using the KODAMA algorithm, Partial least squares modeling estimated free cholesterol (FC) to cholesterol ester (CE) ratios, while multivariate logistic regression evaluated independent predictors. GBC patients showed altered ethanol levels and dysregulated lipoproteins, including increased IDL-C, IDL-TG, and LDL-TG, and decreased HDL-C, HDL-P, and medium HDL-P. Total and conjugated bilirubin strongly correlated with lipoproteins. Unsupervised analysis revealed a GBC subgroup with abnormal lipoprotein profiles and elevated FC/CE ratios, suggesting cho-lestasis-related LpX formation. Elevated asparagine, reduced ethanol, and an inflammatory metabolic signature characterized the GBC fingerprint. Ethanol and bilirubin emerged as independent predictors of GBC. GBC patients exhibit distinct metabolomic and lipoprotein alterations that may underlie disease progression and serve as potential biomarkers. These findings enhance understanding of GBC pathophysiology in African populations and may inform future diagnostic strategies.</p>
Project description:miRNAs are exported to high density lipoproteins (HDL). This study aimed to understand what miRNAs are exported from primary islets to HDL in vitro.
Project description:miRNAs are exported to high density lipoproteins (HDL). This study aimed to understand what miRNAs are exported from INS-1 cells to HDL in vitro.
Project description:The effect of perfluoroalkyl sulfonates on lipoprotein metabolism was investigated in APOE*3-Leiden.CETP mice with a humanized lipoprotein profile. Perfluorohexane sulfonate and perfluorooctane sulfonate markedly reduced both plasma TG and TC by decreasing nonHDL-C and HDL-C accompanied by a reduction in apoAI. Mechanistic studies showed that these effects were mainly caused by impaired lipoprotein production. Male E3L.CETP mice on a C57Bl/6 background were fed a Western-type diet, containing 0.25% (w/w) cholesterol, 1% (w/w) corn oil and 14% (w/w) bovine fat (Western-type diet) (Hope Farms, Woerden, The Netherlands) for 4 to 6 weeks in three independent experiments. Upon randomization according to total plasma cholesterol (TC) and TG levels, mice received the Western-type diet without or with PFBS (30 mg/kg/day), PFHxS (6 mg/kg/day) or PFOS (3 mg/kg/day) during 4-6 weeks. The effects of these PFAS on plasma lipids and lipoproteins were determined. In addition, PFAS levels were determined in plasma and livers were isolated for hepatic lipid analysis and hepatic gene expression analysis using an Affymetrix technology platform and Affymetrix GeneChip® mouse genome 430 2.0 arrays.
Project description:miRNAs and other small RNAs have been found associated with high-density lipoproteins (HDL). The aim of this study was to investigate the miRNA signature on human HDL from 10 donors.