1.Fabrication of Ascorbic Acid Sensor Based on Phosphotungstic Acid/ZnO Nanofibers
Jing WENG ; Jingping WU ; Fan YIN
Chinese Journal of Analytical Chemistry 2014;(7):968-974
A ZnO nanofibers carrier on the Pt electrode via electrospinning technology was prepared and then the Keggin phosphotungstic acid was deposited on the ZnO/Pt electrode using electrodeposition technology. The scanning electron microscopy showed that the zinc oxide fibers presented net structure and the diameter of its fiber was about 300 nanometers. The fourier transform infrared spectroscopy confirmed that the phosphotungstic acid adhered to the fiber surface. The electrochemical property of the modified electrode showed that it exhibited rapid response, excellent sensitivity and good stability, achieving rapid and accurate determination. The electrode responded linearly to ascorbic acid ( AA) in a concentration range from 8. 8 × 10-7 to 3. 3 × 10-4 mol/L with a low detection limit of 2. 5 × 10-7 mol/L. The method is promising for the development of AA detecting instrument.
2.Effects of levodopa on the serum excitatory amino acids and anti-oxidative indexes in rats with Parkinsonism
Qin XIAO ; Zhongfang WENG ; Jing ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Neurology 1988;0(02):-
Objective To study the effects of levodopa on the serum excitatory amino acids and some anti oxidative indexes in rats with parkinsonism.Methods Different doses of levodopa/benserazide were treated orally for three months in rats with 6 OHDA induced partial or severe injuries of unilateral nigrostriatal pathway. The levels of serum aspartic acid, glutamate and glutamine were measured by high performance liquid chromatography(HPLC). Serum superoxide dismutase (SOD), malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH PX) were detected.Results After the rats were treated with levodopa,the concentration of serum aspartic acid was significantly increased in the severely 6 OHDA lesioned rats ( P
3.Mechanisms of regulatory volume decrease of human lens epithelial cells associated with hypotonic stimulation
Xiao-dong, ZHUANG ; Jing-ning, WENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Ophthalmology 2013;(4):316-321
Background It is widely appreciated that many animal cells rely on the mechanism of regulatory volume decrease (RVD) after swell under the hypotonic environment,which involved in some processes of cellular physiology.But the RVD of lens epithelial cells(LECs) still is being further researched.Objective Present study was to clarify the possible mechanisms and influencing factors in the RVD of LECs.Methods Human LECs line (HLE B-3)were cultured and passaged in DMEM/F12 containing 10% fetal bovine serum(FBS),and before volume measurement,cells were stuck to the base of a perfusion chamber,Ringer solution osmolality was decreased from 15%Hypo to 45% Hypo,and the cells stimulated by 45% Hypo Ringer solution were used as the control group.Some experiments were performed in the presence of high extracellular K+ concentration,chloride or potassium channel inhibitor,experiments were also carried out in the nominal absence of Ca2+,Cl-or HCO-3 to test the effect of a decrease in intracellular concentration of these ions on the cell volume response.The volume changes of living cells were measured by lag-time microphotograph acquisition and analysis system (IPP6.0).Results Time course of cell volume change after hypotonic shock in HLE B-3 cells was observed.The cell swelling was followed by a gradual volume recovery,indicating the presence of RVD was influenced by the hypotonic stress.Under the stimulation of 45 %Hypo Ringer solution,the rates of RVD were (59.1 ±7.8)%.RVD was correlated positively to the maximum cell volume (r =0.99,P<0.05)in S shape,and RVD changes were sensitive to alter maximum cell volume in the range of 115%-135%.RVD reduced to (16.5 ± 1.6) %,(14.7 ± 2.3) %,respectively after acted by potassium channel inhibitor,TEA(10 mmol/L)and BaCl2(5 mmol/L)as well as chloride channel inhibitor,NPPB(100 μmol/L)and DIDS(100 μmol/L),with significant differences in comparison with the control group(all P<0.01).RVD decreased by(5.8±1.6)% and(2.7±0.8)% in high concentration of K+ in extracellular fluid and the absence of Cl-(P<0.01).RVD was significantly inhibited under the absence of Ca2+.When the 45% Ringer solution was pH6.8,the process of RVD delayed.The rate of RVD in the first ten minutes was (0.86±0.24)%/min,showing a significant decline in comparison with (3.24±0.84) % / min of pH 7.4 (P <0.05).Conclusions HLE B-3 have RVD ability under the hypotonic stress stimulation.A certain intracellular Ca2+ concentration is the premise of RVD activation,and Cl efflux and K+ efflux are the key mechanism of RVD of HLE B-3.Acidic environment of hypotonic solution delays the occurrence of RVD.
4.Comparative observation of silicone oil and ointment applied to the lacrimal laser angioplasty
Hong-Hua, XUE ; Jing-Ning, WENG
International Eye Science 2015;(2):354-356
To compare the adjuvant therapeutic effect of silicone oil and ointment applied to the lacrimal laser angioplasty.METHODS: Totally, 134 eyes of 102 cases who were diagnosed as lacrimal duct obstruction ( except chronic dacryocystitis) were divided into two groups. Sixty eyes were performed laser plastic operation and silicone oil filling. Seventy - four eyes were adopted laser plastic operation with cloth enzyme dexamethasone eye ointment filling. All patients were followed up for 3 ~ 15mo. The clinical effect and the number of irrigation of two groups were compared 3mo after treatment, and to assess the merits of the method.RESULTS: The efficiency of the silicone oil group was 87% and that of the eye ointment group was 84%. There was no statistically significant difference (P>0. 05). The number of lacrimal duct flushing of the silicone oil group was 7. 20±1. 22 times among postoperative 3mo, and that of the eye ointment group was 7. 96 ± 1. 79 times. The number of lacrimal duct exploration through of the silicone oil group was 0. 62 ± 0. 87 times, that of the eye ointment group was 1. 43 ± 1. 48 times. There was statistically significant differences compared between the two groups (both P<0. 05).CONCLUSlON:The effect of laser plastic operation and silicone oil filling treating obstructive diseases of lacrimal duct is similar to laser plastic operation with cloth enzyme dexamethasone eye ointment, but the postoperative care of the former is more simple. Patients can significantly reduce the frequency of lacrimal duct flushing and lacrimal duct exploration through.
5. A case of necrotizing fasciitis of V. vulnificus occurred in a patient with chronic liver disease
HUANG Bangjun ; ZHENG Jing ; WENG Yang
China Tropical Medicine 2024;24(6):756-
Abstract: This retrospective analysis examines the diagnosis and treatment of a case of chronic liver disease infected with Vibrio vulnificus, admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University on August 8, 2023. The patient, a 34-year-old male fisherman, had chronic viral hepatitis B. He sustained a leg abrasion while fishing on August 3, and developed fever and continuous swelling pain in both lower limbs, more severe in the left limb, on the night of the injury. On the fourth day of the disease, he went to the local hospital where he received antibiotic treatment and was transferred to the First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical College on August 8. Upon admission, the patient exhibited low blood pressure, high lower limb skin temperature, poor peripheral blood transport, visible scab, and signs of infectious shock. Within 12 hours of admission, an abscess incision and drainage procedure was performed on his left calf, along with negative pressure wound therapy, and tissue samples from the infected left lower limb were sent for microbial culture.The pathogen culture indicated a Vibrio vulnificus infection, and the histopathology results confirmed necrotizing fasciitis. Treatment included meropenem combined with vancomycin for infection control, maintenance of blood pressure and electrolyte balance, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate for antiviral therapy, and polyene phosphatidylcholine capsules for liver protection based on the drug sensitivity results. Additionally, levofloxacin and cefotaxime were administered for infection control and debridement was performed based on wound conditions. After 17 days of hospitalization, the infection was substantially controlled, but the liver function enzyme was still higher than the normal level, and the wound still had blood and exudation. The patient and his family members requested discharge; however, due to poor wound healing, he was readmitted on September 11, 2023, receiving antiviral and liver preservation treatment. On the fifth day,the secretion culture identified a co-infection with Corynebacterium striatum and Providencia stuartii infection. Corynebacterium striatum was subsequently reported as multidrug-resistant, prompting an immediate switch to sensitive antibiotics and supportive care. Sixteen days after readmission, the patient's general condition improved, but the liver function enzyme levels were still higher than normal, so he was discharged. Four months after discharge, a follow-up phone call revealed that the patient had actively pursued antiviral treatment and abstained from alcohol, showing reasonable wound recovery. The patient's case, with a typical exposure history and clinical manifestations, matches the characteristics of septic shock and necrotizing fasciitis caused by V. vulnificus. Clinically, it is crucial todiagnose and treat V. vulnificus infection early according to its pathological characteristics and clinical characteristics to improve the prognosis of patients.
6.The fibroblast growth factor signaling pathway
Yuhan SU ; Hua DU ; Guangming NIU ; Jing WANG ; Lixin WENG
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2016;20(15):2255-2264
BACKGROUND:In the earliest stages of embryonic development and organ formation, fibroblast growth factor family members function as mediating the growth, differentiation, survival, and morphology of progenitor cels. Fibroblast growth factor mediates metabolic function, tissue repair and regeneration in mature tissues by reactivation of signal pathways.
OBJECTIVE:To summarize and explore the role of the fibroblast growth factor signaling pathway in tissues and organs.
METHODS:A computer-based online search was conducted in CNKI and PubMed databases by using the key words of “fibroblast growth factor, signaling pathway” from 2010 to 2016 and 2000 to 2016, respectively to screen the relevant literatures. The language was limited to both Chinese and English. Research progress in the fibroblast growth factor signaling pathway was summarized.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:A total of 47 literatures were included. Mammalian fibroblast growth factor family is composed of 18 secreted signal proteins which interact with 4 tyrosine kinase signal fibroblast growth factor receptors. Interaction of fibroblast growth factor ligand with the receptor is regulated by a protein or cofactor binding proteoglycans and extracelular proteins. Activation of fibroblast growth factor receptor mediates interaction with cytoplasmic adapter protein, RAS-MAPK, and PI3K-AKT, phospholipase Cγand STAT signaling pathway by phosphorylation on a specific tyrosine residue. Four structuraly related intracelular non-signaling fibroblast growth factors regulate the voltage-gated sodium ion channels by their interactions. Fibroblast growth factors exist in almost al tissues and organs, and developmental defects and abnormal activity of this pathway (destruction of organogenesis) is associated with damage response to injury, metabolic disorders and cancer.
7.Changes in plasma levels of D-dimer in patients with prostate hyperplasia complicated with acute urinary retention and its clinical significance
Yujun FAN ; Jing CAI ; Hui WEI ; Tantan WENG ; Ting YANG
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2015;(13):1833-1834
Objective To investigate changes in plasma levels of D-dimer in patients with prostate hyperplasia(BPH)complicat-ed with acute urinary retention(AUR),and to explore its clinical significance.Methods 102 cases of patients with prostate hyper-plasia complicated with acute urinary retention,treated in this hospital from July 2013 to December 2014,were selected and divided into the simple BPH group(56 cases)and BPH complicated with AUR(BPH+AUR)group.The plasma levels of D-dimer of these patients were detected and comparatively analysed.Results Compared with the simple BPH group,the plasma levels of D-dimer of patients in the BPH+AUR group was increased,had statistically significant difference.(P <0.01).Conclusion The plasma levels of D-dimer in patients with BPH complicated with AUR increase significantly,which indicates that patients are with secondary in-creased fibrinolytic activity.Measures should be taken to relieve urinary retention as soon as possible,so as to protect the vascular endothelial function of patients and reduce the incidence of complications.
8.Effects of chronic levodopa administration on dopaminergic neurons and dopamine transmitter in Parkinsonian rats
Qin XIAO ; Zhongfang WENG ; Jing ZHANG ; Shengdi CHEN
Chinese Journal of Neurology 2000;0(05):-
0.05). The contents of striatal dopamine and DOPAC were far more increased in levodopa-treated rats with a high dose than in levodopa-treated rats with a low dose and in saline-treated rats (P
9.Correlation between pathologic features and contrast-enhanced ultrasound in patients with breast ductal papilloma
Jing REN ; Ping WENG ; Yurong GENG ; Jiajun HU ; Juan LIU
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2017;33(1):121-124
Objective To investigate the correlation between pathologic features and contrast?enhanced ultrasound in patients with breast ductal papilloma. Methods From January 2014 to January 2016,80 patients with breast intraductal tumor treated in our hospital were selected,including 20 cases of breast ductal carcinoma (ductal carcinoma group) and 60 cases of benign tumor (benign group). Both groups received conventional ultrasound, ultrasonic angiography,and pathological feature analysis. Results Breast surrounding hyperecho,internal micro calcification,border edge burr and posterior echo attenuation were more frequently seen onconventional ultrasound in ductal carcinoma groupthan inbenign group(P<0.05). The average scores of contrast?enhanced ultrasound were significantly higher in ductal carcinoma group than in the control group(P<0.05). In the ductal carcinoma group, there were statistical significant differences betweenpatientswith different lymph node metastasis dukes staging ,and differentiation types (P < 0.05). Spearman rank correlation coefficient analysis showed that breast intraductal carcinoma lymph node metastasis and dukes staging,differentiation types were markedly correlated with pathological features and ultrasound imaging (r=0.341,0.368,and-0.289;P<0.05). Conclusions Conventional ultrasound and contrast?enhanced ultrasound have very good imaging featuresin the diagnosis of breast intraductal cancer ,and there is correlation between pathologic features and contrast?enhanced ultrasound in patients with breast ductal papilloma,which can provide values for early diagnosis of breast ductal carcinoma.
10.Protein expression of activated Pak 1 and its correlation with chromosome segregation in mouse oocyte meiosis
Xiaoyun LIU ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Dandan CHEN ; Jing WENG ; Wei MA
Basic & Clinical Medicine 2017;37(2):183-188
Objective To observe the protein expression , subcelluar localization of activated Pak 1 and its relation-ship with chromosome separation during meiosis in mouse oocytes .Methods Western blot was applied to analyze the expression of activated Pak1 (phosphorylated Pak1 at Ser204, pPak1Ser204 ) at different stages of meiotic progres-sion in semi-quantitative manner;immunofluorescent staining was employed to detect the sub-cellular localization of pPak1Ser204 and its spatial-temporal correlation with spindle and microtubule organizing centers (MTOC) during oo-cyte meiosis.Results pPak1Ser204 expression was found upon germinal vesicle breakdown (GVBD) in mouse oo-cytes which increased along with the meiotic progression , reaching peak level at metaphase Ⅰ( MⅠ) , which re-mained up to meiosis Ⅱ(MⅡ).From pro-metaphase Ⅰ(pro-MⅠ) to MⅠand at MⅡstage, pPak1Ser204was co-localized with MTOC key components , pericentrin and γ-tubulin on spindle poles, pPak1Ser204 was also distributed on chromosomes;During anaphase Ⅰ(AⅠ) to telophase Ⅰ(TelⅠ) progression, pPak1Ser204 was detached from chromosomes and MTOC, and mainly concentrated on the cleavage furrow.Conclusions pPak1Ser204 is expressed upon meiotic resumption in oocytes .It is a MTOC-associated protein which may regulate chromosome separation through participating the formation and maintenance of spindle apparatus .