1.Application of stereological methods for unbiased estimation of sperm morphology in the mice induced by busulfan.
Sakineh PANAHI ; Mohammad Amin ABDOLLAHIFAR ; Abbas ALIAGHAEI ; Hamid NAZARIAN ; Shahrokh PAKTINAT ; Shabnam ABDI ; Reza Mastery FARAHANI
Anatomy & Cell Biology 2017;50(4):301-305
Busulfan is an anticancer drug, which causes the apoptosis germ cells and azoospermia in humans and animals. Abnormal morphology of spermatozoa related to the male infertility. The sperm morphology is evaluation of sperm size, shape and appearance characteristics should be assessed by carefully observing a stained sperm sample under the microscope. Evaluation of sperm morphology has been considered as one of the most important factors for a successful fertilization and determining sperm quality. The mice were assigned to tow experimental groups: control and busulfan. Each group included six mice that were housed under standard conditions. The volume was estimated using the nucleator method. The sperm's flegellum and mid-piece length was estimated by counting the number of intersections between the tails and Merz grid test line in an unbiased counting frame, superimposed on live images of sperms. Our results demonstrated a significant different in the volume and surface of the sperm's head and the length of the sperm's flagellum in the control and busulfan groups. Busulfan can effect on the volume of the sperm's head and the length of the sperm's flagellum in rat.
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Apoptosis
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Azoospermia
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Busulfan*
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Fertilization
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Flagella
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Germ Cells
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Head
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Humans
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Infertility, Male
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Tail
2.Exploring the therapeutic potential:Apelin-13’s neuroprotective effects foster sustained functional motor recovery in a rat model of Huntington’s disease
Shaysteh TORKAMANI-DORDSHAIKH ; Shahram DARABI ; Mohsen NOROUZIAN ; Reza BAHAR ; Amirreza BEIRAMI ; Meysam Hassani MOGHADDAM ; Mobina FATHI ; Kimia VAKILI ; Foozhan TAHMASEBINIA ; Maryam BAHRAMI ; Hojjat Allah ABBASZADEH ; Abbas ALIAGHAEI
Anatomy & Cell Biology 2024;57(3):419-430
Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary condition considered by the progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the brain, resultant in motor dysfunction and cognitive impairment. Despite current treatment modalities including pharmaceuticals and various therapies, a definitive cure remains elusive. Therefore, this study investigates the therapeutic potential effect of Apelin-13 in HD management. Thirty male Wistar rats were allocated into three groups: a control group, a group with HD, and a group with both HD and administered Apelin-13. Apelin-13 was administered continuously over a 28-day period at a dosage of around 30 mg/kg to mitigate inflammation in rats subjected to 3-NP injection within an experimental HD model. Behavioral tests, such as rotarod, electromyography (EMG), elevated plus maze, and open field assessments, demonstrated that Apelin-13 improved motor function and coordination in rats injected with 3-NP.Apelin-13 treatment significantly increased neuronal density and decreased glial cell counts compared to the control group.Immunohistochemistry analysis revealed reduced gliosis and expression of inflammatory factors in the treatment group.Moreover, Apelin-13 administration led to elevated levels of glutathione and reduced reactive oxygen species (ROS) level in the treated group. Apelin-13 demonstrates neuroprotective effects, leading to improved movement and reduced inflammatory and fibrotic factors in the HD model.
3.Exploring the therapeutic potential:Apelin-13’s neuroprotective effects foster sustained functional motor recovery in a rat model of Huntington’s disease
Shaysteh TORKAMANI-DORDSHAIKH ; Shahram DARABI ; Mohsen NOROUZIAN ; Reza BAHAR ; Amirreza BEIRAMI ; Meysam Hassani MOGHADDAM ; Mobina FATHI ; Kimia VAKILI ; Foozhan TAHMASEBINIA ; Maryam BAHRAMI ; Hojjat Allah ABBASZADEH ; Abbas ALIAGHAEI
Anatomy & Cell Biology 2024;57(3):419-430
Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary condition considered by the progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the brain, resultant in motor dysfunction and cognitive impairment. Despite current treatment modalities including pharmaceuticals and various therapies, a definitive cure remains elusive. Therefore, this study investigates the therapeutic potential effect of Apelin-13 in HD management. Thirty male Wistar rats were allocated into three groups: a control group, a group with HD, and a group with both HD and administered Apelin-13. Apelin-13 was administered continuously over a 28-day period at a dosage of around 30 mg/kg to mitigate inflammation in rats subjected to 3-NP injection within an experimental HD model. Behavioral tests, such as rotarod, electromyography (EMG), elevated plus maze, and open field assessments, demonstrated that Apelin-13 improved motor function and coordination in rats injected with 3-NP.Apelin-13 treatment significantly increased neuronal density and decreased glial cell counts compared to the control group.Immunohistochemistry analysis revealed reduced gliosis and expression of inflammatory factors in the treatment group.Moreover, Apelin-13 administration led to elevated levels of glutathione and reduced reactive oxygen species (ROS) level in the treated group. Apelin-13 demonstrates neuroprotective effects, leading to improved movement and reduced inflammatory and fibrotic factors in the HD model.
4.Exploring the therapeutic potential:Apelin-13’s neuroprotective effects foster sustained functional motor recovery in a rat model of Huntington’s disease
Shaysteh TORKAMANI-DORDSHAIKH ; Shahram DARABI ; Mohsen NOROUZIAN ; Reza BAHAR ; Amirreza BEIRAMI ; Meysam Hassani MOGHADDAM ; Mobina FATHI ; Kimia VAKILI ; Foozhan TAHMASEBINIA ; Maryam BAHRAMI ; Hojjat Allah ABBASZADEH ; Abbas ALIAGHAEI
Anatomy & Cell Biology 2024;57(3):419-430
Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary condition considered by the progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the brain, resultant in motor dysfunction and cognitive impairment. Despite current treatment modalities including pharmaceuticals and various therapies, a definitive cure remains elusive. Therefore, this study investigates the therapeutic potential effect of Apelin-13 in HD management. Thirty male Wistar rats were allocated into three groups: a control group, a group with HD, and a group with both HD and administered Apelin-13. Apelin-13 was administered continuously over a 28-day period at a dosage of around 30 mg/kg to mitigate inflammation in rats subjected to 3-NP injection within an experimental HD model. Behavioral tests, such as rotarod, electromyography (EMG), elevated plus maze, and open field assessments, demonstrated that Apelin-13 improved motor function and coordination in rats injected with 3-NP.Apelin-13 treatment significantly increased neuronal density and decreased glial cell counts compared to the control group.Immunohistochemistry analysis revealed reduced gliosis and expression of inflammatory factors in the treatment group.Moreover, Apelin-13 administration led to elevated levels of glutathione and reduced reactive oxygen species (ROS) level in the treated group. Apelin-13 demonstrates neuroprotective effects, leading to improved movement and reduced inflammatory and fibrotic factors in the HD model.
5.Exploring the therapeutic potential:Apelin-13’s neuroprotective effects foster sustained functional motor recovery in a rat model of Huntington’s disease
Shaysteh TORKAMANI-DORDSHAIKH ; Shahram DARABI ; Mohsen NOROUZIAN ; Reza BAHAR ; Amirreza BEIRAMI ; Meysam Hassani MOGHADDAM ; Mobina FATHI ; Kimia VAKILI ; Foozhan TAHMASEBINIA ; Maryam BAHRAMI ; Hojjat Allah ABBASZADEH ; Abbas ALIAGHAEI
Anatomy & Cell Biology 2024;57(3):419-430
Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary condition considered by the progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the brain, resultant in motor dysfunction and cognitive impairment. Despite current treatment modalities including pharmaceuticals and various therapies, a definitive cure remains elusive. Therefore, this study investigates the therapeutic potential effect of Apelin-13 in HD management. Thirty male Wistar rats were allocated into three groups: a control group, a group with HD, and a group with both HD and administered Apelin-13. Apelin-13 was administered continuously over a 28-day period at a dosage of around 30 mg/kg to mitigate inflammation in rats subjected to 3-NP injection within an experimental HD model. Behavioral tests, such as rotarod, electromyography (EMG), elevated plus maze, and open field assessments, demonstrated that Apelin-13 improved motor function and coordination in rats injected with 3-NP.Apelin-13 treatment significantly increased neuronal density and decreased glial cell counts compared to the control group.Immunohistochemistry analysis revealed reduced gliosis and expression of inflammatory factors in the treatment group.Moreover, Apelin-13 administration led to elevated levels of glutathione and reduced reactive oxygen species (ROS) level in the treated group. Apelin-13 demonstrates neuroprotective effects, leading to improved movement and reduced inflammatory and fibrotic factors in the HD model.