Electroporation-mediated gene transfer that targets glomeruli

Electroporation has been applied to introducing DNA into several organs; however, gene expression was localized around the injected area. Examined was the efficiency of intrarenal injection of DNA followed by in vivo electroporation, using FITC-labeled oligodeoxynucleotides (FITC-ODN) and plasmid DNA expressing beta-galactosidase or luciferase. FITC-ODN or expression vectors were injected into the left renal artery; thereafter, the left kidney was electroporated between a pair of tweezer-type electrodes. FITC-ODN were transferred into all glomeruli, and transfected cells were identified as mesangial cells. Four d after transfection of the pCAGGS-LacZ gene, beta-galactosidase expression was observed in 75% of glomeruli. To compare the transfection efficacy by electroporation with that by the hemagglutinating virus of Japan (HVJ) liposome method, a luciferase reporter gene, pActLuc, was transferred into glomeruli by either electroporation or the HVJ liposome method. On day 4, electroporation resulted in higher glomerular luciferase activity than did the HVJ liposome method. We also observed that co-transfection of pcEBNA, an expression vector for Epstein-Barr virus nuclear antigen, and poriP-cLuc, oriP-harboring vector, resulted in an eightfold higher luciferase gene expression than simple poriP-cLUC: No histologic damages were seen in glomeruli or tubular epithelial cells. In conclusion, gene transfer into renal artery followed by electroporation was an effective and simple strategy for gene transfer that targets glomerular mesangial cells.     

Transduction of rabbit saphenous artery: a comparison of naked DNA, liposome complexes, and adenovirus vectors.

The methods and efficiency of gene transfer into rabbit saphenous artery were examined in this study. The purpose was to develop an animal model capable of evaluating the use of angiogenic gene therapy to revascularize necrotic bone more rapidly and completely than by surgical implantation of blood vessels alone. The success of transduction using adenovirus vectors, liposome/DNA complexes, and naked DNA was evaluated with delivery to both intra-luminal and adventitial sites. Intra-luminal and adventitial (extra-luminal) application was used for the viral and liposome methods. Naked DNA was evaluated only in the intra-luminal site, based upon previous reports. Relative transduction success was expressed as the percentage of total cells with beta-galactosidase activity. A 20-mm length of saphenous artery exposed surgically was targeted for lacZ gene transfer. Two days after transduction, the arteries were harvested and stained with X-gal for beta-galactosidase activity. The percentage of endothelial, media and adventitial cells with beta-galactosidase activity was determined. Intra-arterial injection of adenovirus vector transduced the largest amount of cells in all three areas of the vessel (endothelium, media and adventitia). The adenovirus vectors when applied to the adventitia only transduced adventitial cells. Following intra-arterial injection of liposome/DNA complexes transduction was detected only in endothelium. Extra-luminal liposome and intra-arterial naked DNA delivery resulted in no detectable gene transfer. Intra-arterial delivery of an adenovirus vector would likely provide optimal gene transfer for possible angiogenic gene therapy.     

Adeno-associated viral vector transduction of green fluorescent protein in kidney: effect of unilateral ureteric obstruction

OBJECTIVE

To evaluate adeno‐associated virus (AAV) mediated renal gene transfer, by examining the localization and time course of gene expression in the kidneys of mice with unilateral ureteric obstruction (UUO) and controls. AAV is a replication‐defective virus that has the potential to deliver genes into the kidney to improve renal damage after UUO.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

An AAV vector carrying a green fluorescent protein (GFP) reporter gene (rAAV‐GFP) was used. In control mice, GFP expression was evaluated at 4, 7, 14 and 28 days after intrapelvic injection of rAAV or phosphate‐buffered saline (PBS). In mice with UUO, the left ureter was obstructed, and 24 h later either rAAV or PBS was injected; GFP expression was evaluated 4, 7 and 14 days later by direct fluorescence.

RESULTS

In the control mice, at least 7 days was required to detect GFP expression, whereas after UUO, GFP expression was already evident at 4 days after injection. GFP was localized mainly to the medullary tubules.

CONCLUSIONS

This study shows successful transduction of GFP into mouse kidney using an AAV vector; GFP was expressed sooner in UUO kidneys than in the controls. These results show the feasibility of using AAV to transduce GFP into the obstructed kidney, and suggest that it might be useful in transducing therapeutically active agents.     

Gene therapy for organ grafts using rapid injection of naked DNA: application to the rat liver

BACKGROUND: We developed a nonviral gene transfer method using rapid injection of naked DNA targeting the liver and applied it in a rat model of liver transplantation. METHODS: Inbred Dark Agouti and Lewis rats were used. To test the efficacy and adverse effects of systemic or local (catheter-based) injection, different volumes of phosphate-buffered saline containing naked DNA encoding beta-galactosidase (lacZ) were injected. Luciferase expression was followed by non-invasive imaging, and a cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen 4-immunoglobulin (CTLA4Ig) protein was tested functionally by allogenic heart transplantation. Gene transfer was then tested in rat auxiliary liver transplantation (ALT) and orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT). The timing of gene transfer was evaluated in the auxiliary liver transplantation model, and OLT was performed using a liver graft to which luciferase or the CTLA4Ig gene was transferred 2 days before. RESULTS: LacZ was expressed extensively in a volume-dependent manner; however, a large volume often induced recipient death. After local delivery of CTLA4Ig cDNA to the liver, survival of Dark Agouti heart grafts lengthened with increased CTLA4Ig serum levels. Liver grafts injected with naked DNA at the time of donation did not survive, but livers grafted 2 days after gene transfer survived. Successful expression of luciferase and production of CTLA4Ig were finally confirmed in the rat that underwent OLT. CONCLUSIONS: We successfully applied a nonviral hydrodynamic gene transfer method to the rat liver and showed its potential in liver grafting. The high incidence of graft failure when this procedure is performed on the day of organ donation is a potential limitation that needs to be overcome in clinical application.     

Efficacy of nonviral gene transfer in the canine brain

OBJECT: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the gene transfer capability and tolerability of plasmid DNA/polyethylenimine (PEI) complexes in comparison with adenovirus and naked plasmid DNA in the canine brain. METHODS: Plasmid or adenoviral vectors encoding firefly luciferase were injected directly into the cerebral parenchyma of five adult dogs at varying doses and volumes. Serial physical and neurological examinations, as well as blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analyses, were conducted before and after the surgery for 3 days. Three days after gene delivery, a luciferase activity assay and immunofluorescence analysis were used to test the brain tissue for gene expression. RESULTS: Injection into the brain parenchyma resulted in gene transfer throughout the cerebrum with every vector tested. Luciferase expression was highest when adenovirus vectors were used. Injection of plasmid DNA/PEI complexes and naked DNA resulted in similar levels of luciferase expression, which were on average 0.5 to 1.5% of the expression achieved with adenovirus vectors. Immunofluorescent microscopy analysis revealed that plasmid DNA/PEI complexes transduced mainly neurons, whereas adenovirus transduced mainly astrocytes. No significant acute side effects or neurological complications were observed in any of the dogs. Mononuclear cell counts significantly increased in the CSF after adenovirus injection and modestly increased after injection of plasmid DNA/PEI complexes, suggesting that a mild, acute inflammatory response occurred in the central nervous system (CNS). CONCLUSIONS: Compared with rodent models that are limited by very small brains, the dog is an excellent preclinical model in which to assess the distribution and safety of emerging gene transfer technologies. In this study, short-term gene transfer was evaluated as a prelude to long-term expression and safety studies. The authors conclude that the viral and nonviral vectors tested were well tolerated and effective at mediating gene transfer throughout a large portion of the canine brain. The nonviral plasmid vectors were less effective than adenovirus, yet they still achieved appreciable gene expression levels. Due to reduced gene transfer efficiency relative to viral vectors, nonviral vectors may be most useful when the expressed protein is secreted or exerts a bystander effect. Nonviral vectors offer an alternative means to genetically modify cells within the CNS of large mammals.     

Evaluation of a new tool for exploring podocyte biology: mouse Nphs1 5' flanking region drives LacZ expression in podocytes

Study of podocyte biology has been hampered by limitations in available experimental models that both recapitulate the in vivo phenotypes of this cell and can be readily and specifically manipulated at the molecular level. Transgenic manipulation of the podocyte represents one approach that might circumvent these limitations. The purpose of this study was to identify a promoter-enhancer that would direct the expression of transgenes in a podocyte-specific manner. The nephrin (Nphs1) promoter was considered a good candidate for this purpose, because nephrin was thought to be expressed exclusively in podocytes. Two independent BAC clones that contained the murine Nphs1 gene were identified. An 8.3-kb and a 5.4-kb fragment containing the 5' flanking promoter sequence were identified and characterized. Two constructs were generated by placing a bacterial lacZ reporter with a nuclear localization signal under the control of these two DNA fragments. Mice transgenic for both constructs were generated. Using a chemiluminescence assay, beta-galactosidase activity significantly above control was detected only in tissue homogenates of kidneys and brain of transgenic mice. In X-gal stained sections of transgenic adult kidneys, only podocyte nuclei expressed beta-galactosidase. In adult brain examined by tissue sectioning, beta-galactosidase activity was confined to a discrete area in the medulla. Identical patterns of beta-galactosidase expression were observed in multiple transgenic founders, suggesting that the expression pattern observed was independent of the site of transgene integration. The developmental expression of beta-galactosidase in transgenic embryos was also analyzed. Transgenes regulated by this promoter should be useful for studying the biology of gene products that regulate podocyte phenotype and function.     

Single injection of naked plasmid encoding hepatocyte growth factor prevents cell death and ameliorates acute renal failure in mice.

Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) is a pleiotrophic factor that plays an important role in tissue repair and regeneration after injury. The expression of both HGF and its c-met receptor genes is rapidly upregulated after acute renal injury induced by folic acid. In this study, the role of exogenous HGF in preventing acute renal failure by systemic administration of naked plasmid containing human HGF cDNA driven under the cytomegalovirus promoter (pCMV-HGF) was examined in mice. Intravenous injection of pCMV-HGF plasmid produced substantial levels of human HGF protein in mouse kidneys. Simultaneous injection of HGF plasmid DNA significantly ameliorated renal dysfunctions and accelerated recovery from the acute injury induced by folic acid. Of interest, preadministration of HGF plasmid 24 h before folic acid injection dramatically protected renal epithelial cells from both apoptotic and necrotic death and preserved the structural and functional integrity of renal tubules. Expression of HGF transgene activated protein kinase B/Akt kinase and preserved prosurvival Bcl-xL protein expression in vivo. These results indicate that a single, intravenous injection of naked plasmid containing HGF gene not only promotes renal regeneration after injury but also protects tubular epithelial cells from the initial injury and cell death in the first place. These data suggest that HGF gene therapy may provide a new avenue for exploring a novel therapeutic strategy for clinical acute renal failure.     

重组人pEGFP-heNOS质粒的构建及其在人内皮祖细胞中的表达

目的构建含有增强绿色荧光蛋白报道基因(EGFP)的人内皮一氧化氮合酶(heNOS)重组质粒,观察其在人骨髓来源的内皮祖细胞(EPC)中的表达。方法构建重组人pEGFP-heNOS质粒,脂质体转染人骨髓来源的内皮祖细胞,荧光显微镜下观测绿色荧光蛋白的表达；逆转录-聚合酶链反应(RT-PCR)和Western blot方法检测heNOS在内皮祖细胞中的表达。结果重组人pEGFP-heNOS质粒构建成功,体外转染人人内皮祖细胞中,在荧光显微镜下可见强绿色荧光蛋白的表达,RT-PCR和Western blot分别从mRNA和蛋白水平检测到heNOS的表达。结论重组人pEGFP-heNOS质粒体外转染人内皮祖细胞后,目的基因能够在细胞中有效表达,为下一步基因治疗提供了理论支持。     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

Gene delivery in renal tubular epithelial cells using recombinant adeno-associated viral vectors

Gene therapy has the potential to provide a therapeutic strategy for numerous renal diseases such as diabetic nephropathy, chronic rejection, Alport syndrome, polycystic kidney disease, and inherited tubular disorders. In previous studies using cationic liposomes or adenoviral or retroviral vectors to deliver genes into the kidney, transgene expression has been transient and often associated with adverse host immune responses, particularly with the use of adenoviral vectors. The unique properties of recombinant adeno-associated viral (rAAV) vectors permit long-term stable transgene expression with a relatively low host immune response. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate gene expression in the rat kidney after intrarenal arterial infusion of a rAAV (serotype 2) vector encoding green fluorescence protein (GFP) induced by a cytomegalovirus-chicken beta-actin hybrid promoter. The left kidney of experimental animals was treated with either saline or transduced with rAAV2-GFP (0.125 ml/100 g body wt, 1 x 10(10)/ml infectious units) through the renal artery. A time-dependent expression of GFP was observed in all kidneys injected with rAAV2-GFP, with maximal expression observed at 6 wk posttransduction. The expression of GFP was restricted to cells in the S(3) segment of the proximal tubule and intercalated cells in the collecting duct, the latter identified by co-localization with H(+)-ATPase. No transduction was observed in the glomeruli or the intrarenal vasculature. These studies demonstrate successful transgene expression in tubular epithelial cells, specifically in the S(3) segment of the proximal tubule and intercalated cells, after intrarenal administration of a rAAV vector and provide the impetus for further studies to exploit its use as a tool for gene therapy in the kidney.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.     

电穿孔介导的基因治疗兔下颌骨牵引成骨模型的建立

目的 探讨电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的可行性.方法 以新西兰大白兔为实验动物模型,于术后3 d开始下颌骨牵引,每天0.8 mm,连续牵引7 d后,将实验动物分为3组:质粒+电穿孔组(A组),质粒组(B组),生理盐水组+电穿孔组(C组).各组动物分别于注射后3 h及1、3、7、14 d处死,切取牵引区组织0.4 cm×0.4 cm行冰冻切片检查,采用荧光显微镜观察绿色荧光蛋白(GFP)表达以检测外源基因的表达.检测兔血清肝功能指标丙氨酸转氨酶(ALT)、天门冬氨酸转氨酶(AST)和肾功能指标尿素氮(BUN)、肌酐(Scr)和心、肝、肾组织学检查.结果 A组转染新西兰大白兔,3 h可观察到GFP的表达,1 d时GFP的表达增强,3 d时GFP的表达最强,其后开始逐渐下降,7 d后GFP的表达减少,14 d仍可观察到微弱GFP的表达.B组的GFP的表达时限与A组相同,但各时相点的GFP的表达强度明显弱于A组,C组在各时间段均未观察到GFP的表达.3组肝、肾功能指标两两比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 电穿孔技术介导的带有荧光标记的重组质粒体内转染,可在兔下颌骨牵引区组织内表达,电穿孔能明显提高重组质粒的体内转染效率,提示电穿孔技术介导的重组质粒体内转染兔下颌骨牵引成骨的动物模型是可行的,用于体内试验是安全的.