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  • Immunology
  • Cell Biology
  • Allergy Research

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  • Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is implicated in neuro-hyperresponsiveness and airway resistance in allergic diseases.
  • Elevated BDNF levels are observed in nasal lavage (NAL) fluid, but its presence in ciliated cells of allergic rhinitis patients is unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the expression and localization of BDNF in ciliated cells of patients with allergic rhinitis (AR).
  • To explore the dynamic changes of BDNF in ciliated cells and biological fluids in a mouse model of AR.

Main Methods:

  • Immunofluorescence staining of nasal mucosal cells from AR patients and mice.
  • RT-PCR to detect BDNF and IL-4/5/13 expression.
  • ELISA to quantify BDNF, total IgE, and ovalbumin-specific IgE in serum and NAL fluid.

Main Results:

  • BDNF expression in ciliated cells was significantly lower in AR patients compared to controls, correlating negatively with symptom severity (VAS score).
  • In a mouse model, BDNF levels in serum and NAL fluid showed a temporary increase post-allergen challenge.
  • Ciliated cell BDNF in mice initially increased then decreased after allergen exposure.

Conclusions:

  • This study first demonstrates BDNF expression and localization in human nasal ciliated epithelial cells in allergic rhinitis.
  • Persistent allergic rhinitis is associated with reduced BDNF expression in ciliated cells.
  • Transient increases in BDNF in ciliated cells following allergen stimulation may contribute to elevated BDNF in serum and NAL fluid.