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Cluster of differentiation 36 (CD36) impacts liver health by regulating lipid metabolism and inflammation. Targeting CD36 offers a promising therapeutic strategy for various liver diseases, including fatty liver and cancer.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Immunology
  • Molecular Biology

Background:

  • Cluster of differentiation 36 (CD36) is a multifunctional transmembrane glycoprotein.
  • CD36 recognizes diverse ligands including fatty acids and pathogen-associated molecular patterns.
  • It is expressed in liver cells like hepatocytes and Kupffer cells (KCs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the structural properties, expression, and functions of CD36 in liver pathophysiology.
  • To explore CD36's role in liver diseases such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), NASH, and viral hepatitis.
  • To highlight CD36 as a potential therapeutic target for liver disease treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on CD36.
  • Analysis of CD36's role in lipid metabolism, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the liver.
  • Examination of CD36's involvement in the pathogenesis of liver diseases.

Main Results:

  • CD36 plays a critical role in liver lipid metabolism, inflammation, and oxidative stress.
  • Evidence links CD36 to the development of NAFLD, NASH, inflammatory liver injury, hepatitis B/C, fibrosis, and liver cancer.
  • CD36's diverse ligand-binding capabilities contribute to its multifaceted roles.

Conclusions:

  • CD36 is a key player in liver pathophysiology with significant implications for disease development.
  • Targeting CD36 presents a promising therapeutic avenue for preventing and treating a spectrum of liver diseases.