Applying label-free dynamic mass redistribution assay for studying endogenous FPR1 receptor signalling in human neutrophils
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INTRODUCTION: The label-free dynamic mass redistribution-based assay (DMR) is a powerful method for studying signalling pathways of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). Herein we present the label-free DMR assay as a robust readout for pharmacological characterization of formyl peptide receptors (FPRs) in human neutrophils.
METHODS: Neutrophils were isolated from fresh human blood and their responses to FPR1 and FPR2 agonists, i.e. compound 43, fMLF and WKYMVm were measured in a label-free DMR assay using Epic Benchtop System from Corning®. Obtained DMR traces were used to calculate agonist potencies.
RESULTS: The potencies (pEC50) of fMLF, WKYMVm and compound 43, determined on human neutrophils using the label-free DMR assay were 8.63, 7.76 and 5.92, respectively. The DMR response to fMLF, but not WKYMVm and compound 43 could be blocked by the FPR1-specific antagonist cyclosporin H.
DISCUSSION: We conclude that the DMR assay can be used, and complements more traditional methods, to study the signalling and pharmacology of endogenous FPR receptors in human neutrophils.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Journal of Pharmacological and Toxicological Methods |
Volume | 88 |
Issue number | Pt 1 |
Pages (from-to) | 72-78 |
Number of pages | 7 |
ISSN | 1056-8719 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 15 Jul 2017 |
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