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Biochemical changes in premalignant intestines

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    Tumor thymidine kinase (TK) activity in rats mirrors fetal enzymes, indicating premalignant changes. Dimethylhydrazine (DMH) carcinogen exposure alters TK and ornithine decarboxylase levels in target tissues.

    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Oncology
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Tumor thymidine kinase (TK) shares immunological properties with placental and fetal enzymes.
    • This suggests a potential link between TK expression and cellular proliferation in cancer development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the placenta-like characteristics of tumor TK in rats.
    • To examine the impact of carcinogen exposure on TK and ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) levels in the jejunum and colon.

    Main Methods:

    • Studied TK and ODC activity in rat jejunum and colon across different ages and after treatment with dimethylhydrazine (DMH) and acetylaminofluorene.
    • Analyzed enzyme responses to phospholipase C and mercaptans.

    Main Results:

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    • DMH-induced tumors showed TK activity and response patterns similar to fetal gut enzymes.
    • Abnormal DMH-treated jejunum exhibited intermediate enzyme profiles.
    • ODC levels were significantly elevated in the jejunum compared to other tissues, and carcinogen treatment altered ODC levels in specific organs.

    Conclusions:

    • Carcinogen exposure induces premalignant changes in TK and ODC levels within target tissues.
    • These enzyme alterations may serve as early indicators of carcinogenesis in the gastrointestinal tract.