Published April 1998 | Version v1
Journal article

Effect of angiotensin II on cell proliferation and collagen synthesis following 60Co irradiation

  • 1. Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing (China)
  • 2. Institute of Toxicant and Drug, Beijing (China)

Description

Objective: To explore the mechanism of 60Co irradiation on cellular proliferation and synthesis of type I pro-collagen protein in cultured human embryo lung fibroblasts (HELF). Method: Cultured cells were divided into groups irradiated with different doses plus angiotensin II (A II) stimulation. Relationship of malondialdehyde (MDA) content in medium and extent of cellular proliferation were measured, immuno-reactive material of intracellular A II and type I pro-collagen protein were displayed by method of immunocytochemistry, and image pattern analysis was made. Results: Irradiation with 1-5 Gy could stimulate cell proliferation and synthesis of type I pro-collagen significantly; cell proliferation and type I pro-collagen synthesis could be promoted by exogenous A II. Conclusion: Irradiation can stimulate HELF to synthesis A II, which stimulates cell proliferation and type I pro-collagen synthesis. It may be related to HELF proliferation and collagen synthesis induced by irradiation

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Journal Title
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection
Journal Volume
18
Journal Issue
2
Journal Page Range
p. 98-100
ISSN
0254-5098