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In Vitro and In Vivo Approaches to Determine Intestinal Epithelial Cell Permeability
Published on: October 19, 2018
AMP-activated protein kinase: a therapeutic target in intestinal diseases
Xiaofei Sun1,2, Mei-Jun Zhu3,2
1School of Food Science, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164, USA.
Abstract:
Adenosine monophosphate (AMP)-activated protein kinase (AMPK), a highly conserved energy sensor, has a crucial role in cardiovascular, neurodegenerative and inflammatory diseases, as well as in cancer and metabolic disorders. Accumulating studies have demonstrated that AMPK activation enhances paracellular junctions, nutrient transporters, autophagy and apoptosis, and suppresses inflammation and carcinogenesis in the intestine, indicating an essential role of AMPK in intestinal health. AMPK inactivation is an aetiological factor in intestinal dysfunctions. This review summarizes the favourable outcomes of AMPK activation on intestinal health, and discusses AMPK as a potential therapeutic target for intestinal diseases.
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