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  • 1Institute of Tissue Transplantation and Immunology, Ji'nan University, Guangzhou 510632, China. huahuazhang@126.com

Nan Fang Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao = Journal of Southern Medical University
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A new real-time quantitative PCR method accurately measures signal joint T cell receptor excision circles (sjTRECs) in mice. This technique is crucial for assessing naive T cell populations and overall thymic function.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Molecular Biology

Context:

  • Naive T cells are essential for adaptive immunity.
  • Thymic function declines with age, impacting T cell output.
  • Quantifying T cell receptor excision circles (TRECs) is a key indicator of recent thymic emigrants.

Purpose:

  • To develop and validate a real-time quantitative PCR (qPCR) assay for detecting signal joint T cell receptor excision circles (sjTRECs).
  • To utilize the sjTREC assay for quantifying naive T cells and evaluating thymic function in murine models.
  • To establish a reliable method for studying thymic output and T cell development.

Summary:

  • Genomic DNA from murine thymocytes and splenocytes was used for PCR amplification.
  • A standard plasmid was constructed by cloning the RAG(2) fragment, enabling the generation of a reliable standard curve.

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  • Real-time qPCR was optimized and applied to detect sjTRECs in BALB/c and C57BL/6 mice, revealing no significant difference in sjTREC content between strains.

    • Impact:

    • Successfully established a real-time qPCR method for sjTREC detection.
    • Provides a valuable tool for analyzing thymic function and T cell repertoire.
    • Offers a reliable model for future research on thymus biology and T cell maturation.