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Cecilie Aass1, Ingrid Norheim2, Erik Fink Eriksen2

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Analytical Biochemistry
|April 12, 2015
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Researchers developed a novel filter-aided method for improved protein extraction from human tear fluid collected using Schirmer tear tests. This technique enhances tear proteome analysis for eye disease biomarker discovery.

Keywords:
Liquid chromatographyMass spectrometrySchirmer stripsTear fluid

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Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Proteomics
  • Ophthalmology

Background:

  • Human tear fluid is a rich source of protein biomarkers for eye diseases like Graves' ophthalmopathy.
  • Current Schirmer tear test methods present challenges in sample handling and protein extraction, potentially leading to sample loss.
  • Efficient protein extraction is crucial for comprehensive tear proteome analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and optimize a novel single-unit filter-aided method for tear sample handling and protein extraction.
  • To systematically investigate optimal conditions for protein extraction from Schirmer tear test strips.
  • To establish a comprehensive catalogue of the human tear proteome for future biomarker research.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a single-unit filter-aided device for integrated tear collection and protein extraction.
  • Systematic investigation of various extraction buffer conditions, including ammonium bicarbonate and sodium chloride concentrations.
  • Analysis of extracted proteins using one-dimensional and two-dimensional liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).

Main Results:

  • Optimized extraction using 100 mM ammonium bicarbonate with 50 mM NaCl yielded the highest number of identified proteins via 1D LC-MS/MS.
  • A total of 1526 proteins were identified using the optimized method combined with 2D LC-MS/MS analysis.
  • The study successfully generated a comprehensive dataset of the tear proteome.

Conclusions:

  • The novel filter-aided method significantly improves protein extraction efficiency from tear samples.
  • This optimized approach enhances the study of the tear proteome and facilitates biomarker discovery for eye-related diseases.
  • The generated protein dataset serves as a valuable resource for future ophthalmological research.