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Lymphocyte cytochrome P450-CYP2E1 expression in human IDDM subjects.

M P Hannon-Fletcher1, M J O'Kane, K W Moles

  • 1Cancer and Ageing Research Group, University of Ulster, Cromore Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry BT52 1SA, UK. mp.hannon@ulst.ac.uk

Food and Chemical Toxicology : an International Journal Published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association
|March 27, 2001
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Levels of Cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) were significantly elevated in the lymphocytes of individuals with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). This increased CYP2E1 expression may contribute to oxidative stress in IDDM patients.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Immunology
  • Metabolic Disorders

Background:

  • Cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) is a phase I enzyme implicated in various metabolic processes.
  • Previous studies indicated CYP2E1 induction in diabetic and obese animal models, and elevated levels in children with IDDM.
  • Oxidative stress is a known factor in the development of diabetic complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate CYP2E1 expression in peripheral blood lymphocytes of well-controlled IDDM subjects compared to healthy controls.
  • To assess the relationship between CYP2E1 levels, glycemic control (HbA1c), and duration of IDDM.

Main Methods:

  • Western blot analysis was employed to quantify CYP2E1 levels.
  • Phoretix image analysis was used for quantitative assessment of protein expression.

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  • Peripheral blood lymphocytes were isolated from eight IDDM patients and eight age- and sex-matched controls.

    • Main Results:

    • CYP2E1 levels were low to undetectable in lymphocytes from healthy control subjects.
    • A significant elevation (mean 3.1-fold) of CYP2E1 was observed in lymphocytes from IDDM subjects.
    • No correlation was found between elevated CYP2E1 levels and HbA1c or duration of IDDM, but inter-individual variations were noted.

    Conclusions:

    • CYP2E1 expression is upregulated in lymphocytes of IDDM patients, even with good metabolic control.
    • Elevated CYP2E1 in IDDM lymphocytes may exacerbate oxidative stress, potentially contributing to disease complications.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the role of CYP2E1 modulation in IDDM pathogenesis.