1.Phenotypic distribution and population genetic frequency analysis of ABO and Rh blood group antigens among voluntary blood donors in Yantai
Hewei SONG ; Xiaojun ZHANG ; Qun XU ; Xiangzhong LIU ; Nan GUO ; Di SUN
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2026;39(1):69-75
Objective: To investigate the distribution characteristics of ABO and Rh blood group antigen phenotypes among blood donors in the Yantai, Shandong. Methods: Blood samples from 310 180 voluntary blood donors in Yantai collected from January 2019 to December 2023 were tested for ABO and Rh blood group antigens using standard serological methods. RhD-negative samples were further typed for C, c, E, and e antigens. Population genetic analysis of blood groups was performed: allele frequencies were inferred from ABO phenotypes, and Rh allele/haplotype frequencies were estimated based on the proportion of RhD-negative donors and CcEe antigen typing, followed by Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium testing. Results: The phenotypic distribution frequency of ABO blood groups was B(32.72%)>O(28.93%)>A(27.65%)>AB(10.70%). The inferred allele frequencies were r(53.74%)>q(24.78%)>p(21.48%), consistent with Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium (P>0.05). A total of 1 872 Rh-negative donors (0.603%) were identified. The most common Rh phenotypes were ccdee (59.56%) and Ccdee (30.18%). The distribution of Rh antigen phenotypes deviated significantly from Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium (χ
=37.15, P<0.001), with the cde haplotype showing the highest frequency. There was no statistically significant difference in ABO blood group distribution between RhD-positive and RhD-negative donors (P>0.05). Conclusion: The ABO blood group distribution among voluntary blood donors in Yantai is generally stable and consistent with population genetic equilibrium, whereas the Rh antigen phenotype distribution deviates from equilibrium, indicating potential underlying genetic structural differences.
2.Physical fitness status and its association with lifestyle behaviors among secondary vocational school students
LIU Zhihao, ZOU Xiaojun, XUE Jianhua, YANG Xiaofang, XU Huaping, KONG Junfeng, LU Jinkui, CHEN Yajun
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(6):784-788
Objective:
To analyze the compliance status of physical fitness indicator and lifestyle characteristics among secondary vocational school students, as well as their associations, so as to provide a reference for physical fitness promotion among secondary vocational school students.
Methods:
Using a convenience sampling method, a questionnaire survey and physical fitness tests were conducted from September to December 2024 among 5 141 secondary vocational school students recruited from 16 secondary vocational schools across 8 provinces/municipalities in China, including Fujian, Chongqing, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hubei, Jiangxi, Shanghai and Zhejiang. Data on lifestyle factors were collected using a self designed questionnaire combined with standardized scales, including dietary habits, unhealthy behaviors, and 24 hour behaviors (physical activity, screen time, and sleep behavior). Multivariable Logistic regression model was used to analyze the associations of individual lifestyle behaviors and clustering of unhealthy lifestyle behaviors with non-compliance in physical fitness indicators among secondary vocational school students.
Results:
The compliance rates for waist circumference, vital capacity, grip strength, standing long jump, 30 second sit ups, 20 meter shuttle run, 50 meter dash, sit and reach, 20 second side steps among secondary vocational school students were 55.9%, 89.6%, 81.8%, 79.4%, 77.8%, 61.4%, 87.0%, 12.6%, and 63.5%, respectively, with a non-overweight/obesity rate of 78.9%. The reporting rates of daily breakfast consumption, milk consumption, and vegetable consumption were 58.9%, 18.3%, and 37.5%, respectively. The reporting rates of frequent takeout consumption, frequent sugar sweetened beverage consumption, smoking, alcohol drinking, insufficient moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA), excessive screen time, and insufficient sleep were 30.0%, 43.8%, 8.4%, 15.8%, 42.9%, 90.8%, and 42.6%, respectively. Multivariable Logistic regression analysis showed that secondary vocational school students with insufficient MVPA had higher risks of non-compliance in vital capacity, grip strength, standing long jump, 30 second sit ups, 20 meter shuttle run, 50 meter dash, and 20 second side steps ( OR =1.22- 1.60 ); secondary vocational school students who consumed breakfast daily had lower risks of non-compliance in vital capacity and overweight/obesity ( OR =0.81, 0.85); daily vegetable consumption was associated with a lower risk of vital capacity non-compliance ( OR =0.72); frequent takeout consumption was associated with an increased risk of non-compliance in the sit and reach test ( OR =1.28); smoking was associated with increased risks of non-compliance in the 20 meter shuttle run and 20 second side steps ( OR =1.38, 1.58) (all P <0.05). Regarding the clustering of unhealthy behaviors, secondary vocational school students with 4- 5 clustered unhealthy behaviors had higher risks of non-compliance in waist circumference and standing long jump; those with≥6 clustered behaviors had higher risks of non-compliance in standing long jump, 20 meter shuttle run, and 20 second side step ( OR = 1.17-1.36, all P <0.05).
Conclusions
The clustering of unhealthy behaviors is negatively associated with physical fitness status among secondary vocational school students. Secondary vocational schools should prioritize the promotion of comprehensive lifestyle management to improve the physical fitness levels of secondary vocational school students.
3.Factors influencing the comorbidity of myopia and depression in middle school students and construction of a nomogram prediction model
Yi LIANG ; Henai LUO ; Zhongcheng YANG ; Xiaoyan MING ; Man XIAO ; Xiaojun LIU
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2026;37(5):92-96
Objective To identify key influencing factors for comorbidity between myopia and depressive symptoms among middle school students, and to construct a nomogram predictive model capable of quantitatively assessing their comorbidity risk. Methods A total of 13 976 middle school students aged 11-20 from 14 counties (cities, districts) in Yichang City were selected as study subjects through cluster random sampling. On-site surveys were conducted using the Student Health Status and Influencing Factors Questionnaire and the Depression Assessment Scale. Chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression analysis were employed to investigate the comorbidity association between myopia and depressive symptoms and their influencing factors, and to construct a nomogram model for risk prediction. Results The myopia screening rate among middle school students was 68.67%, the depression detection rate was 23.31%, and the comorbidity detection rate was 16.59%. Logistic regression analysis revealed that boarding school (OR=1.207), smoking history (OR=1.504), alcohol consumption (OR=2.016), outdoor activity time <1 h (OR=1.293), internet addiction (OR=4.008), school bullying (OR=4.358), school absence due to illness within one year (OR=1.712), and severe injury within one year (OR=1.356) were risk factors for myopia-depression comorbidity. Protective factors included male gender (OR=0.578), junior high school students (OR=0.670), nuclear family (OR=0.862), moderate-to-high intensity exercise ≥1 h/d (OR=0.852), screen time <2h (OR=0.803), adequate sleep duration (OR=0.602), and homework time after school <2 h/d (OR=0.766). The nomogram model constructed based on the above variables exhibited excellent discriminant power (AUC = 0.712) and calibration (Hosmer-Lemeshow test, χ2=3.245, P> 0.05). Conclusion Factors such as boarding school attendance, smoking history, alcohol consumption, less than 1 hour of daily outdoor activity, internet addiction, and school bullying are significantly associated with the comorbidity of screening myopia and depressive symptoms among middle school students in Yichang City. The nomogram model effectively predicts the comorbidity risk in this population, facilitating timely intervention for high-risk individuals.
4.Value of Serum D-Lactic Acid,I-FABP,and E-Selectin in Early Diagnosis of Infection After Gastrointestinal Surgery and Their Relationship with Curative Effect and TCM Syndromes
Xiaojun SHEN ; Yongpan LIU ; Senquan YU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(8):159-166
ObjectiveTo investigate the value of serum D-lactic acid,intestinal fatty acid binding protein (I-FABP),and E-selectin (Es) in early diagnosis of infection after gastrointestinal surgery and their relationship with curative effect and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndromes. MethodsForty-nine patients with abdominal infection after gastrointestinal surgery treated in Xianju County Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital from June 2020 to August 2023 were selected as the infection group,and another 53 non-infected patients after gastrointestinal surgery were selected as the non-infected group. The serum D-lactic acid,I-FABP,and Es levels at the first,third,fifth, and seventh days after surgery were compared between the two groups,and the Pearson correlation coefficient was used to analyze the correlation of serum indexes. The receiver operating (ROC) curve and the area under the curve (AUC) of the patients were analyzed to analyze the value of each serum index in diagnosing infection after gastrointestinal surgery. At the same time,the serum indexes of patients with different therapeutic effects were monitored dynamically on the first,third,fifth, and seventh days of treatment. Logistic regression was used to analyze the relationship between serum indexes and curative effect. The relationship between TCM syndromes and serum indexes was analyzed. ResultsThe levels of serum D-lactic acid,I-FABP,and Es in the two groups decreased on the first,third,fifth, and seventh days. There were significant differences among groups, time, and interaction (P<0.01). On the third day,serum D-lactic acid was positively correlated with I-FABP and Es,and I-FABP was positively correlated with Es (P<0.01). On the third day after surgery,the AUC of D-lactic acid + I-FABP + Es in the diagnosis of infection after gastrointestinal surgery was 0.861,higher than 0.727 of D-lactic acid,0.745 of I-FABP, and 0.797 of Es (P<0.05). The levels of serum D-lactic acid,I-FABP,and Es in patients with remission infection were decreased continuously on the first,third,fifth,and seventh days. Patients with exacerbation of infection showed a continuous upward trend,and there were significant differences among groups, time, and interaction (P<0.01). The TCM syndromes of the patients were heat toxicity syndrome,acute deficiency syndrome,blood stasis syndrome, and fu-Qi obstruction syndrome,accounting for 61.22%,20.41%,12.24%, 6.12% respectively. There were no significant differences in different syndromes,time, and interaction. ConclusionSerum D-lactic acid,I-FABP,and Es can be used for early diagnosis of abdominal infection after gastrointestinal surgery,and the change of indicators can reflect the therapeutic effect and prognosis of patients with infection,but there is no significant correlation between the change of indicators and TCM syndromes.
5.Study on surface microcirculation sensitization of acupuncture points related to cold coagulation and stasis syndrome in primary dysmenorrhea
Xuxin LI ; Xuesong WANG ; Miao LIN ; Mingjian ZHANG ; Yuanbo GAO ; Xifen ZHANG ; Hao CHEN ; Haiping LI ; Xiaojun ZHENG ; Xisheng FAN ; Jun LIU ; Juncha ZHANG ; Yanfen SHE
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;48(2):253-269
Objective:
To assess the dynamic changes of microcirculation at acupoints in patients with primary dysmenorrhea and cold congelation and blood stasis syndrome using laser speckle blood flow imaging.
Methods:
Patients with primary dysmenorrhea and cold coagulation and blood stasis syndrome (primary dysmenorrhea group, n=53) and healthy female college students(control group, n=57) who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria from October 2020 to July 2022 were enrolled at Hebei University of Chinese Medicine. On the premenstrual and first day of menstruation, a laser speckle blood flow imaging system was used to measure the microcirculation blood flow perfusion on the surface of acupoints related to the conception, thoroughfare, and governor vessels, and stomach, spleen, and bladder meridians in the abdomen and lumbosacral regions. The dynamic changes in microcirculation were calculated based on the difference in average blood flow perfusion at each acupoint before and after menstruation. Receiver operating curve (ROC) analysis was used to analyze the diagnostic efficacy of dynamic changes in microcirculation on the surface of each acupoint. The microcirculation sensitization rate of acupoints was calculated.
Results:
Compared with the control group, the dynamic changes in microcirculation at the following acupoints in the primary dysmenorrhea group were increased (P<0.05): conception vessel (Yinjiao[CV7], Qihai[CV6], Shimen[CV5], Guanyuan[CV4]); left thoroughfare vessel (left Huangshu[KI16], left Zhongzhu[KI15], left Siman[KI14], left Qixue[KI13], left Dahe[KI12], left Henggu[KI11]); left stomach meridian (left Tianshu[ST25], left Wailing[ST26], left Qichong[ST30]); left spleen meridian (left Daheng[SP15], left Fujie[SP14]); right thoroughfare vessel (right Huangshu[KI16], right Zhongzhu[KI15], right Siman[KI14], right Qixue[KI13], right Dahe[KI12], right Henggu[KI11]); right stomach meridian (right Wailing[ST26], right Daju[ST27], right Shuidao[ST28], right Guilai[ST29], right Qichong[ST30]); and right spleen meridian (right Fujie[SP14]). The area under the ROC curve of conception vessel (Yinjiao[CV7], Qihai[CV6], Shimen[CV5], Guanyuan[CV4]), thoroughfare vessel (right Siman[KI14], left Huangshu[KI16], right Qixue[KI13], right Zhongzhu[KI15], right Dahe[KI12], left Zhongzhu[KI15], left Siman[KI14], right Huangshu[KI16], left Qixue[KI13], right Henggu[KI11], left Henggu[KI11], left Dahe[KI12]); stomach meridian (left Tianshu[ST25], right Guilai[ST29], left Wailing[ST26], right Shuidao[ST28], right Daju[ST27], right Wailing[ST26], right Qichong[ST30], left Qichong[ST30]), and spleen meridian (left Daheng[SP15], left Fujie[SP14], right Fujie[SP14]) was 0.610-0.682 (P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the sensitization rate of some acupoints in the primary dysmenorrhea group increased (P<0.05).
Conclusion
With the onset of menstruation, the blood flow perfusion of some acupoints in the abdomen (thoroughfare, and conception vessels, and stomach and spleen meridians) of patients with primary dysmenorrhea and cold blood coagulation and blood stasis syndrome increased, and the status of acupoints changed from a resting state to an active state. These acupoints are sensitive in patients with primary dysmenorrhea and cold blood coagulation and blood stasis syndrome and have a certain diagnostic efficacy, providing a basis for further analyzing the efficacy and mechanism of acupuncture and moxibustion to treat primary dysmenorrhea with cold blood coagulation and blood stasis syndrome.
6.In Vitro and in vivo Component Identification of Danshenyin Based on UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS
Sitong ZHANG ; Xianrun HU ; Wenkang LIU ; Jinchun LEI ; Xuemei CHENG ; Xiaojun WU ; Wansheng CHEN ; Manlin LI ; Changhong WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(9):175-183
ObjectiveTo elucidate the chemical composition of Danshenyin and its blood components in rats after oral administration. MethodsUltra performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-time-of-flight tandem mass spectrometry(UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS) coupled with PeakView 1.2 software was used to systematically characterize and identify the components of Danshenyin aqueous extract and its migratory components in rat blood after oral administration based on the retention time, quasi-molecular ion peaks, secondary fragmentation ions, and literature reports, and a preliminary compounds identification of Salviae Miltiorrhizae Radix et Rhizoma aqueous extract, the co-decoction of Santali Albi Lignum and Amomi Fructus was carried out to attribute the chemical constituents of the aqueous extract of Danshenyin. ResultsA total of 73 compounds, including 21 phenolic acids, 23 diterpenes, 6 flavonoids, 7 organic acids, 3 volatile oils and 13 others, were identified from the aqueous extract of Danshenyin. And 36 prototypes and 15 metabolites were identified in rat plasma, the major metabolic pathways included reduction, hydration, hydroxylation, demethylation, methylation, sulfation and others, these metabolites were mainly derived from tanshinones and salvianolic acids. ConclusionThe main blood components of the aqueous extract of Danshenyin are salvianolic acids and tanshinones, which may be the material basis of the efficacy. This study can provide reference for pharmacological research, quality control, and clinical application of Danshenyin.
7.Sodium houttuyfonate effectively alleviates benzoa pyrene-induced exacerbation of asthmatic airway inflammation in mice by inhibiting the IL-33-ST2/ERK pathway
Tao XU ; Zhanling LIANG ; Hui CAO ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Xiaojun XIAO ; Liteng YANG
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2025;45(4):332-340
Objective:To evaluatethe therapeutic efficacy and underlying mechanism of sodium houttuyfonate in treating airway inflammation in allergic asthma induced by co-exposure to the environmental pollutant benzo[a] pyrene (BaP) and ovalbumin (OVA).Methods:Thirty BALB/c mice were randomly divided into five groups with six mice in each group using a block randomization method: control, BaP, asthma model (OVA), BaP-exacerbated asthma (BaP+ OVA), and sodium houttuyfonate-treated BaP-exacerbated asthma (BaP+ OVA+ SH) groups. A mouse model of exacerbated asthma induced by co-exposure to BaP and OVA was established. Airway hyperresponsiveness, leukocyte distribution in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF), expression of cytokines such as IL-4, IL-13, IL-25, IL-33, thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) and IFN-γ, serum OVA-specific antibodies (IgE, IgG2a and IgG1), levels of malondialdehyde and superoxide dismutase (SOD) in lung tissues, and histopathological changes in lung tissues were evaluated. Western blot and RT-qPCR were used to detect the protein and mRNA expression levels of suppression of tumorigenicity 2 (ST2), extracellular regulated protein kinases (ERK), and phosphorylated ERK (p-ERK). Statistical analysis was conducted using analysis of variance and other statistical methods.Results:Compared with the BaP+ OVA group, the mice in the BaP+ OVA+ SH group showed significantly reduced airway hyperresponsiveness ( P<0.01), decreased numbers of total leukocytes ( P<0.01), neutrophils ( P<0.05), and lymphocytes ( P<0.01) in BALF, significantly downregulated secretion of IL-4, IL-13, IL-25, IL-33 and TSLP ( P<0.01), and inhibited production of IgE ( P<0.01) and IgG1 ( P<0.05). Additionally, sodium houttuyfonate treatment significantly decreased the malondialdehyde levels in lung tissues of mice with BaP-exacerbated asthma ( P<0.05) and reduced airway inflammatory cell infiltration, mucus secretion, and collagen fiber proliferation. Sodium houttuyfonate could supress the expression of ST2 and ERK ( P<0.05), inhibit ERK phosphorylation ( P<0.01), alleviate oxidative stress injury, and reduce collagen fiber proliferation in mouse lung tissues, thereby blocking the progression of BaP-exacerbated asthmatic inflammation. Conclusions:BaP exacerbates OVA-sensitized asthmatic airway inflammation in mice by inducing airway remodeling through the IL-33-ST2/ERK pathway. Sodium houttuyfonate inhibits this pathway, thereby preventing the progression of BaP-exacerbated asthma inflammation. This study provides new insights into the prevention and treatment of different phenotypes of asthma.
8.Evidence-based clinical practice guideline for bone cement-augmented pedicle screw technique (version 2025)
Sihao HE ; Junchao XING ; Tongwei CHU ; Zhengqi CHANG ; Xigao CHENG ; Fei DAI ; Xiaobing JIANG ; Jie HAO ; Jiang HU ; Jinghui HUANG ; Tianyong HOU ; Fei LUO ; Bo LIAO ; Changqing LI ; Lei LIU ; Guodong LIU ; Peng LIU ; Sheng LU ; Weishi LI ; Yang LIU ; Zhen LIU ; Wei MEI ; Peifu TANG ; Bing WANG ; Bing WANG ; Ce WANG ; Hongli WANG ; Liang WANG ; Shengru WANG ; Xiaobin WANG ; Yang WANG ; Yingfeng WANG ; Zheng WANG ; Jianzhong XU ; Guoyong YIN ; Haiyang YU ; Qiang YANG ; Zhaoming YE ; Bin ZHANG ; Chengmin ZHANG ; Jun ZOU ; Qiang ZHOU ; Min ZHAO ; Rui ZHOU ; Xiaojun ZHANG ; Yongfei ZHAO ; Zhongrong ZHANG ; Zehua ZHANG ; Yingze ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2025;41(11):1035-1047
For middle-aged and elderly patients with conditions such as spinal fractures and degenerative spinal diseases, spinal internal fixation is a core surgical procedure for reconstructing spinal stability, heavily relying on the biomechanical stability provided by pedicle screw systems. Whereas, these patients are often complicated by osteoporosis that can significantly compromise the stability of the bone-pedicle screw interface, leading to a marked increase in pedicle screw loosening and surgical failure rates. The bone cement-augmented pedicle screw technique, which involves injecting bone cement into the vertebral body or screw trajectory to optimize the mechanical properties of the bone-pedicle screw composite, has been proven to significantly enhance fixation strength and effectively prevent screw-related failures, thereby reducing the incidence of internal fixation failure in high-risk populations undergoing spinal fusion. However, the widespread clinical application of this technique has faced challenges such as inaccurate clinical decision-making (indication and contraindication selection), non-standardized operative practices, and insufficient awareness of complication prevention, resulting in considerable variability in clinical outcomes and even severe complications. To address this, Prof. Luo Fei from First Affiliated Hospital of Army Medical University initiated the project and the Chinese Association Orthopaedic Surgeons organized relevant experts to develop the Evidence-based clinical practice guideline for bone cement-augmented pedicle screw technique ( version 2025), based on current evidence. The guidelines put forward 8 recommendations regarding the clinical value, scope of application, and operational standards of the technique, aiming to provide evidence-based medical support and technical standardization for clinical decision-making.
9.The traditional Chinese medicine Lulongzaisheng decoction alleviates aplastic anemia in mice by regulating the Jak2/Stat3/Acsl4 signaling pathway
Chengcheng ZHOU ; Xiaojun WU ; Wei SUN ; Tianzi SHENG ; Hong LIU
Chinese Journal of Hematology 2025;46(6):564-570
Objective:To investigate the effect of Lulongzaisheng decoction on ferroptosis in aplastic anemia (AA) model mice and its potential mechanism of action on AA.Methods:Using female BALB/c mice as controls (control group), a mouse model of AA was established by intraperitoneal injection of interferon-γ (IFN-γ) combined with oral gavage of busulfan. The AA group was treated with continuous oral gavage of Lulongzaisheng decoction for 10 days. The effects on the Jak2/Stat3/Acsl4 signaling pathway were assessed. Bone marrow biopsy and histopathological examination were performed to observe the degree of AA in each group of mice. Flow cytometry was used to detect the production of lipid reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the bone marrow cells. Immunohistochemical staining was performed to observe the expression of 4-HNE in the sternum. Western blot analysis was conducted to determine the protein expression levels of Jak2, p-Jak2, Stat3, p-Stat3, and Acsl4. ELISA was used to measure the levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6) in the peripheral blood plasma.Results:Compared with the control group, mice in the AA group exhibited a reduction in hematopoietic tissues within the bone marrow cavity and significant fatty infiltration. In contrast, mice in the AA+Lulongzaisheng decoction group showed partial recovery of the bone marrow and a decrease in fatty infiltration. The lipid ROS proportions in the control, AA, and AA+Lulongzaisheng decoction groups were (47.01±3.07) %, (53.81±1.99) %, and (49.50±3.98) %, respectively ( P<0.05), indicating that the AA + Lulongzaisheng decoction group had a slightly lower accumulation of lipid ROS than the AA group. The expression areas of 4-HNE in the bone marrow cavity for the control, AA, and AA+Lulongzaisheng decoction groups were (6.34±1.07) %, (35.26±3.68) %, and (16.97±1.30) %, respectively ( P<0.05), demonstrating a significant reduction in 4-HNE accumulation in the bone marrow in the AA + Lulongzaisheng decoction group compared with that in the AA group. Compared with the control group, the AA group exhibited upregulated expression of the ferroptosis-related protein Acsl4, along with increased expression of p-Stat3 and p-Jak2. In the AA+ Lulongzaisheng decoction group, the expression of Acsl4 was downregulated, whereas those of p-Stat3 and p-Jak2 were inhibited ( P<0.05). The levels of IL-6 in the peripheral blood plasma were (65.60±6.01), (166.50±3.32), and (119.37±4.29) pg/ml in the control, AA, and AA+Lulongzaisheng decoction groups, respectively ( P<0.05). Compared with the AA group, the AA + Lulongzaisheng decoction group exhibited a significant decrease in IL-6 levels. Conclusion:This study shows that Lulongzaisheng decoction has a significant therapeutic effect on AA model mice by regulating the Jak2/Stat3/Acsl4 pathway. The mechanism of action of this traditional Chinese medicine involves inhibiting the Jak2/Stat3 signaling pathway and regulating the expression of Acsl4, thereby improving hematopoietic function in AA model mice. These findings provide new drug targets and treatment strategies for the treatment of AA.
10.High-throughput sequencing in identifying somatic hypermutation in immunoglobulin heavy chain variable regions with complex clonal backgrounds
Mengge GAO ; Rong WEI ; Yang LIU ; Xiaojun HUANG ; Shenmiao YANG ; Xiaosu ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Hematology 2025;46(9):815-819
Objective:To compare the performance of next-generation sequencing (NGS) and Sanger sequencing in investigating somatic hypermutation (SHM) status of immunoglobulin heavy chain variable region (IGHV) genes. It specifically focuses on identifying key factors contributing to discrepancies between the two methods, particularly under complex clonal backgrounds, to inform optimized strategies for clinical application.Methods:This retrospective analysis included 53 samples, comprising 43 identified as non-monoclonal and 10 as monoclonal using Sanger sequencing. All samples were further analyzed using NGS to assess IGHV SHM. The two methods were used for systematic comparison. For discordant cases, in-depth attribution analysis was conducted, considering factors, including clonal abundance quantification, differences in primer design, and interpretation criteria.Results:Among the 53 patients who underwent both Sanger and NGS testing, 36 were male and 17 were female, with a median age of 64 years (range: 33–88). Diagnoses included chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in 35 (66.0% ), diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in 9 (17.0% ), follicular lymphoma in 3 (5.7% ), mantle cell lymphoma in 3 (5.7% ), and other types in 3 (5.7% ) cases. In the 43 cases with non-monoclonal profiles using Sanger sequencing, NGS revealed 23 cases as biclonal or polyclonal, 17 as monoclonal, and 3 with no detectable clonality. The primary discrepancies between the two methods involved variations in clonality assessment, IGHV gene rearrangement types, and mutation rates. Among the 10 cases identified as monoclonal using Sanger sequencing, NGS detected biclonality and markedly different IGHV rearrangement types in 2 and 4 cases, respectively. Minor differences were observed in SHM percentage between the two methods; however, these did not substantially affect the overall determination of mutational status.Conclusion:Compared with Sanger sequencing, NGS exhibits superior performance in assessing IGHV SHM status under complex clonal conditions. It provides greater sensitivity and accuracy in detecting subclonal components and quantifying clonal proportions, thereby providing a more precise molecular basis for diagnosing and prognostically assessing lymphoid malignancies, including CLL.


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