Unveiling Xenobiotic Transport and Effects in Isolated Mitochondria: Insights from Respirometric and Enzymatic Assays.

IF 1.2 4区 综合性期刊 Q3 MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCES
Luis C Vesga, Jonny E Duque Luna, Stelia C Mendez-Sanchez
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Abstract

Mitochondria are often referred to as the cell's powerhouse due to their crucial role in energy production through the electron transport chain (ETC). However, their significance extends far beyond energy production. Dysregulation of mitochondrial bioenergetics can trigger intracellular cascades that impact health and cellular function. Given their physiological importance, there is growing interest in exploring the pharmacological potential of mitochondrial function for developing new therapies and bioproducts. Modulating mitochondrial bioenergetics could provide innovative approaches to address challenges such as neurodegenerative disorders, metabolic diseases, and cancer, as well as to develop bioproducts for controlling pests and vector-borne diseases. This work presents a method for assessing the effects of xenobiotics on the electron transport chain (ETC) using various substrates, including glutamate and NADH for complex I, succinate for complex II, and cytochrome c (both oxidized and reduced) for complexes III and IV. This methodology allows the activation or inhibition of electron transport through mitochondrial complexes to be evaluated using a respirometer and spectrophotometer. The mitochondria can be sourced from isolated mitochondria, fragmented cells, or homogenized tissue from various species. In the laboratory, mitochondrial function has been analyzed in Aedes aegypti and Wistar rats, but this method is also applicable to other species, such as Rhipicephalus microplus and Rhodnius prolixus. This approach provides the basis for theorizing about the existence of uncoupler proteins and species-specific oxidizable substrate preferences influenced by their unique energetic demands. Recent findings offer valuable insights into innovative bioinsecticide design strategies that target mitochondrial function, holding significant potential for effectively controlling vector-borne diseases and pest infestations.

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Jove-Journal of Visualized Experiments
Jove-Journal of Visualized Experiments MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCES-
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期刊介绍: JoVE, the Journal of Visualized Experiments, is the world''s first peer reviewed scientific video journal. Established in 2006, JoVE is devoted to publishing scientific research in a visual format to help researchers overcome two of the biggest challenges facing the scientific research community today; poor reproducibility and the time and labor intensive nature of learning new experimental techniques.
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