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Genetic diagnosis of peripheral blood interleukin-1 in premature infants based on bioinformatics and optical imaging
Shenglin Jiang1, Di Zhu1, Xiumin Li1
1Department of Obstetrics, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, 310030, China.
Insights
Familial genetics plays a role in preterm labor, a significant pregnancy complication. This study highlights how inherited genes, linked to interleukin-1 and peripheral blood factors, contribute to premature birth risks.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Immunology
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- Preterm labor affects 5-7% of pregnancies globally.
- Associated factors include genetics, peripheral blood, and immune function.
- Familial genetic predisposition to preterm birth requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the role of familial genetics in preterm labor.
- To identify specific genes and pathways involved in preterm birth.
- To provide evidence supporting the genetic basis of preterm labor.
Main Methods:
- Searched the GEO database for relevant gene expression datasets (GSE26315, GSE73685).
- Utilized GEO2R, GEPIA2, STRING, and KEGG pathway analysis.
- Analyzed gene expression patterns and functional enrichment.
Main Results:
- Findings align with existing literature on familial genetics, peripheral blood, and interleukin-1 in preterm birth.
- Interleukin-1 contributes to preterm labor via uterine inflammation.
- Elevated peripheral blood levels in amniotic fluid correlate with higher preterm birth rates.
- Familial genes contributing to preterm birth are heritable.
Conclusions:
- Familial genetics is a significant factor in preterm labor.
- Interleukin-1 and peripheral blood markers are implicated in the pathophysiology of preterm birth.
- Understanding genetic inheritance patterns can inform preterm birth risk assessment.
Abstract:
Preterm labor is a severe health concern among expectant mothers, affecting approximately 5 % to 7 % of all pregnancies worldwide, and is associated with various factors, including genes, peripheral blood, and immunological functions. In our study, we examined the role of familial genetics in preterm labor to address knowledge gaps and provide more evidence on the concept. We searched the GEO database for applicable genes and found that the GSE26315 and GSE73685 series were relevant. We then performed an analysis using the GEO2R, GEPIA2, STRING, and KEGG enrichment pathways. Our findings are consistent with the literature regarding the association between preterm birth and familial genetics, peripheral blood, and interleukin-1. Interleukin-1 exploits immunological functions by inducing uterine inflammation, creating an unfavorable environment for fetal survival. Similarly, peripheral blood induces premature labor, with higher levels in the amniotic fluid indicating a higher rate of preterm birth. Inheritance of the familial genes responsible for preterm birth passes down the trait.
