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ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES
卷 59, 期 4, 页码 283-288出版社
BRITISH MED JOURNAL PUBL GROUP
DOI: 10.1136/ard.59.4.283
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Objective-Cells of the myeloid lineage comprise a very heterogeneous population with many phenotypes and functional activities including macrophages and dendritic cells. To investigate the status, differentiative potential and lineage commitment of monocytic cells in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients, this study isolated and cultured peripheral blood monocytes from patients and healthy donors. Methods-Monocytes were isolated by gradient centrifugation and adherence to plastic dishes. The cells were then cultured for three days, partially supplemented with GM-CSF and interleukin 4 (IL4) to obtain dendritic cells. The differentiation status was monitored by the expression of surface markers using flow cytometry and cytokine secretion. Results-Monocytes from SLE patients expressed significantly lower numbers of the monocytic marker CD14 and HLA-DR while secreting significantly more tumour necrosis factor alpha (TNF alpha) than monocytes from healthy donors. The addition of GM-CSF and IL4 resulted in an inhibition of TNF alpha. secretion, but was not sufficient to generate monocytederived dendritic cells. Conclusion-Monocytes from SLE patients are severely altered in phenotype and function and have a limited differentiation flexibility towards the accessory type of monocytic cells.
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