0.05). ConclusionThe expression of VOCC mRNA and BKCa mRNA in kidney tissues of IgA nephropathy patients are abnormal.There is positive correlation between the abnormal expression of VOCC mRNA and BKCa mRNA and total glomerular pathological lesions integrals.The expression of VOCC mRNA and BKCa mRNA in kidney tissues of IgA nephropathy may serve as the indictor for the disease progression.

This paper reports the establishment of a method for rapid identification 15 effective components of anti common cold medicine (paracetamol, aminophenazone, pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, methylephedrine hydrochloride, caffeine, amantadine hydrochloride, phenazone, guaifenesin, chlorphenamine maleate, dextromethorphen hydrobromide, diphenhydramine hydrochloride, promethazine hydrochloride, propyphenazone, benorilate and diclofenac sodium) with MRM by LC-MS/MS. The samples were extracted by methanol and were separated from a Altantis T3 column within 15 min with a gradient of acetonitrile-ammonium acetate (containing 0.25% glacial acetic acid), a tandem quadrupole mass spectrometer equipped with electrospray ionization source (ESI) was used in positive ion mode, and multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) was performed for qualitative analysis of these compounds. The minimum detectable quantity were 0.33-2.5 microg x kg(-1) of the 15 compounds. The method is simple, accurate and with good reproducibility for rapid identification many components in the same chromatographic condition, and provides a reference for qualitative analysis illegally added chemicals in anti common cold medicine.
Acetaminophen ; analysis ; Acetanilides ; analysis ; Amantadine ; analysis ; Aminopyrine ; analysis ; Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal ; analysis ; Antipyretics ; analysis ; Antipyrine ; analogs & derivatives ; analysis ; Caffeine ; analysis ; Chlorpheniramine ; analysis ; Chromatography, Liquid ; Diclofenac ; analysis ; Diphenhydramine ; analysis ; Drug Contamination ; Drug Stability ; Ephedrine ; analogs & derivatives ; analysis ; Guaifenesin ; analysis ; Promethazine ; analysis ; Pseudoephedrine ; analysis ; Reproducibility of Results ; Salicylates ; analysis ; Spectrometry, Mass, Electrospray Ionization ; Tandem Mass Spectrometry

ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism of extracorporeal shock wave (ESW) in treating osteogenic disorders and the ideal energy level. MethodsAfter success in marrow aspiration from patients' iliac crest, hMSCs were isolated by Percoll density gradient centrifugation and cultured in Dulbecco's modified Eagle's medium in a 5% CO2 and 37 ℃ incubator. Optimal ESW dose was determined by MTT of kinase-marked cytobiology. After hMSCs were exposed to ESW, their morphocytologic change, rate of adherence and doubling time were observed with IPCM. Enzyme cytochemistry reaction for the activity of alkaline phosphatase was also examined. ResultsESW of 5 kV and 100 times could increase cells' viability and proliferation (P<0.01), but higher than 7 kV would inhibit them. Rate of adherence of hMSCs in exposure group of passage 5 reached to 61.54%, which was significantly different from control group(P<0.05). Compared with control group, the MSCs' doubling time was short for 1.72 d (P<0.05). The curve of normal alkaline phosphatase activity of hMSCs was like type S, but ESW shortened its latent period, and promoted its peak time, which was significantly different from control group.ConclusionESW of 5 kV and 100 times can optimally promote the proliferation and activity of osteogen of hMSCs in vitro.

OBJECTIVETo compare the expression of CCL28 in minor and major salivary glands and clarify the role it plays in IgA secreting by minor salivary glands in oral cavity.

METHODSLabial gland and parotid samples were analyzed with real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR assay for CCL28 mRNA. Rank-sum test was used for data analysis using SPSS 10.0 software package.

RESULTSCCL28 mRNA was abundantly expressed in labial glands of healthy adults. Its expression was higher than that in parotids (P<0.01).

CONCLUSIONThe results of this article suggest that the expression level of CCL28 in labial glands is remarkably higher than that in parotids, which reminds us that the high concentration of IgA in minor salivary glands may be associated with their high expression of CCL28.

Adult ; Humans ; Lip ; Salivary Glands, Minor

Asian Continental Ancestry Group ; Bartter Syndrome ; genetics ; Child ; Chloride Channels ; genetics ; Humans ; Male ; Mutation

Objective·To extract serum IgA1 from patients with IgA nephropathy (IgAN) (end stage renal disease vs long-term stable renal function) to explore the effect on proliferation rate of human mesangial cells (HMCs) and the level of transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1). Methods?·?Nine patients with primary IgAN were divided into rapidly progressive group (n=6) and long-term stable group (n=3). Jacalin affinity chromatography and sephacryl S-200HR molecular sieves were used to distract serum IgA1. HMCs were cultured and co-cultivated with different IgA1 concentration (10, 50, 250 and 1?000?μg/mL)at point of 12?h and 24?h respectively. The proliferation rate was measured by cell counting kit-8 (CCK8). The expression of TGF-β1 mRNA was measured via quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR). Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect TGF-β1 protein. Results?·?Serum IgA1 from IgAN patients with different renal functions (end stage renal disease vs long-term stable renal function) activated proliferation of HMC significantly, presenting with time-dependence and concentration-dependence. The highest value showed at 250?μg/mL and 1?000?μg/mL respectively. Serum IgA1 in two groups of patients statistically increased the expression of TGF-β1 mRNA and protein. In group with end stage renal disease, the summit stood at 10?μg/mL and started to decrease by degrees afterwards; while in group with long-term stable renal function, the level of TGF-β1 increased in a parallel manner with the serum IgA1. Conclusion?·?Serum IgA1 from IgAN patients with different renal functions (end stage renal disease vs long-term stable renal function) can both promote the proliferation of HMC. There is no dramatical difference observed with in10-50?μg/mL, but the IgA1 from group with end stage renal disease reveals a stronger effect on TGF-β1, in accordance with the pathological type of the patients (IgA sclerosis), suggesting the prognostic value of serum IgA.

Objective To investigate the effects of semaphorin 4D(Sema4D) on the proliferation,migration and angiogenic of human pancreatic carcinoma cells.Methods Sema4D-siRNA was designed and synthesized and transfected into human pancreatic carcinoma cells.After 48 hours of transient infection,the changes of expression of Sema4D mRNA before and after transfection were detected by reverse transcription-polymeruse chain reaction method.And after 72 hours of transient infection,the changes of expression of Sema4D protein before and after transfection were detected by Western blot method.The changes of growth of the transfected cells were observed by methyl thiazolyl terazolium assay.Using transwell migration test and scratch repair test to detect the changes of migration ability of human pancreatic carcinoma cells after transfection.Using tubule formation assay to observe the effect of supernatant of pancreatic carcinoma cell cultures on angiogenesis after transfection.Results Compared with the negative control group and blank control group,the expression of Sema4D mRNA and Sema4D protein and the growth rate of pancreatic carcinoma cells decreased significantly (P ＜ 0.05).In transwell migration test and scratch repair test,it was observed that Pancreatic cancer cells penetrating cell number and scratch repair rate were significantly lower than that in negative control group and blank control group (P ＜ 0.05).Tubule formation assay showed that there were significant differences in angiogenesis numbers among siRNA transfection group(0.5 ± 0.02),negative control group(1.45 ± 0.60) and blank control group (1.37 ± 0.52) (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion Sema4D-siRNA can induce RNA interference in pancreatic carcinoma cells and down-regulate the expression of Sema4D gene,which can inhibit the proliferation of pancreatic carcinoma cells,significantly reduce the migration ability of pancreatic carcinoma ceils and inhibit angiogenesis.

BACKGROUNDGenetic variability in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system may modify renal responses to injury and disease progression. The angiotensin I-converting enzyme (ACE) gene insertion/deletion (I/D), the angiotensinogen (AGT) gene, M235T, the aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2) gene, C-344T, and the angiotensin II type 1 receptor (AT1R) gene, A1166C, have been shown to be associated with IgA nephropathy (IgAN) and its progression. We determined the presence of these polymorphisms in 130 Chinese patients with IgAN, including 47 patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and 120 healthy Chinese subjects, to assess their impact on the susceptibility to disease and the liability of progression to ESRD.

METHODSGenotyping was performed with DNA isolated from peripheral leucocytes using polymerase chain reaction amplification of the polymorphic sequence, restriction enzyme digestion, and separation and identification of DNA fragments. Clinical data from renal biopsies were collected.

RESULTSACE, AGT, CYP and AT1R genotype distributions were similar in patients with IgAN and in controls. Comparing patients with ESRD (IgAN-ESRD) and those without ESRD (IgAN-non ESRD), there was a significant increase only in the ACE DD genotype (P < 0.05) among the four gene polymorphisms. There was significant dominance of the male (P < 0.05), more marked hypertension (P < 0.01), proteinuria (P < 0.01) and increased serum creatinine during renal biopsy (P < 0.01) in the IgAN-ESRD group.

CONCLUSIONAmong the ACE, AGT, AT1R and CYP gene polymorphisms, only the DD genotype may predispose the individual to increased risk of progression to ESRD in the Chinese population.

Adult ; Angiotensinogen ; genetics ; Asian Continental Ancestry Group ; genetics ; Cytochrome P-450 CYP11B2 ; genetics ; Female ; Genetic Predisposition to Disease ; Genotype ; Glomerulonephritis, IGA ; genetics ; Humans ; Kidney Failure, Chronic ; genetics ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Peptidyl-Dipeptidase A ; genetics ; Polymorphism, Genetic ; genetics ; Receptor, Angiotensin, Type 1 ; genetics ; Renin-Angiotensin System ; genetics

OBJECTIVETo investigate the effect and safety of zoledronic acid (Zoledex) in patients with cancer-induced hypercalcemia.

METHODSSeventeen patients with cancer-induced hypercalcemia (corrected blood calcium > 2.70 mmol/L) were treated intravenously by 4 mg zoledex within 15 minutes on the first day. The corrected blood calcium was observed every 4 days in the following 28 days.

RESULTSThe response rate was 94.1% (16/17). The mean corrected blood calcium became normal after the first dose of zoledex (P < 0.01). The lowest value was found on the fourteenth day after treatment. The main side effects consisted of fever (29.4%, 5/17), hypocalcemic tetany (11.8%, 2/17) and arythmia (5.9%, 1/17).

CONCLUSIONZoledex is effective and safe in the treatment of patient with cancer-induced hypercalcemia.

Adult ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Bone Density Conservation Agents ; adverse effects ; therapeutic use ; Diphosphonates ; adverse effects ; therapeutic use ; Female ; Humans ; Hypercalcemia ; drug therapy ; etiology ; Imidazoles ; adverse effects ; therapeutic use ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Neoplasms ; complications ; Safety

OBJECTIVETo understand the risk factors of schistosomiasis transmission in the Three Gorges Reservoir Area (TGRA) and to provide evidence for the development of control strategy.

METHODSApproaches including epidemiology, immunology and field survey were applied to investigate the potential risk factors which would involve the importation of infectious resources live mobile and migrant population, and livestock in the reservoir area. Meanwhile, observation on survival and reproductive status of snail under simulation habitats was also carried out, using ecological methods on snails. Strategy in preventing the spread of snail as infectious resources was also provided.

RESULTS175 mobile people from schistosomaisis endemic area of were tested and one person showed immunology tests positive with indirect hemagglutination test (IHA) and circumoral precipitin test (COPT), with a positive rate of 0.57%. Through the two-year period under observation, data showed that the snails with ribbon/smooth shells could survive and reproduce under habitats of simulation.

CONCLUSIONSOnce the infectious resource of schistosomiasis was introduced into the TGRA, the area became a new schistosomiasis epidemic area in TGRA which called for countermeasures to be taken.

Animals ; China ; epidemiology ; Disease Reservoirs ; Humans ; Risk Factors ; Schistosomiasis japonica ; epidemiology ; prevention & control ; transmission ; Snails ; parasitology