Evidence for an angiotensin-(1-7) neuropeptidase expressed in the brain medulla and CSF of sheep

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Angiotensin-(1-7) [Ang-(1-7)] is an alternative product of the brain renin-angiotensin system that exhibits central actions to lower blood pressure and improve baroreflex sensitivity. We previously identified a peptidase that metabolizes Ang-(1-7) to the inactive metabolite product Ang-(1-4) in CSF of adult sheep. This study purified the peptidase 1445-fold from sheep brain medulla and characterized this activity. The peptidase was sensitive to the chelating agents o-phenanthroline and EDTA, as well as the mercury compound p-chloromercuribenzoic acid (PCMB). Selective inhibitors to angiotensin-converting enzyme, neprilysin, neurolysin, and thimet oligopeptidase did not attenuate activity; however, the metallopeptidase agent JMV-390 was a potent inhibitor of Ang-(1-7) hydrolysis (Ki = 0.8 nM). Kinetic studies using (125) I-labeled Ang-(1-7), Ang II, and Ang I revealed comparable apparent Km values (2.6, 2.8, and 4.3 μM, respectively), but a higher apparent Vmax for Ang-(1-7) (72 vs. 30 and 6 nmol/min/mg, respectively; p < 0.01). HPLC analysis of the activity confirmed the processing of unlabeled Ang-(1-7) to Ang-(1-4) by the peptidase, but revealed < 5% hydrolysis of Ang II or Ang I, and no hydrolysis of neurotensin, bradykinin or apelin-13. The unique characteristics of the purified neuropeptidase may portend a novel pathway to influence actions of Ang-(1-7) within the brain. Angiotensin-(1-7) actions are mediated by the AT7 /Mas receptor and include reduced blood pressure, decreased oxidative stress, enhanced baroreflex sensitivity, and increased nitric oxide (NO). Ang-(1-7) is directly formed from Ang I by neprilysin (NEP). We identify a new pathway for Ang-(1-7) metabolism in the brain distinct from angiotensin-converting enzyme-dependent hydrolysis. The Ang-(1-7) endopeptidase (A7-EP) degrades the peptide to Ang-(1-4) and may influence central Ang-(1-7) tone.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2014

Erschienen:

2014

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:130

Enthalten in:

Journal of neurochemistry - 130(2014), 2 vom: 07. Juli, Seite 313-23

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Marshall, Allyson C [VerfasserIn]
Pirro, Nancy T [VerfasserIn]
Rose, James C [VerfasserIn]
Diz, Debra I [VerfasserIn]
Chappell, Mark C [VerfasserIn]

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148473-36-3
39379-15-2
9041-90-1
Ang-(1-7)
Angiotensin I
Angiotensin I (1-7)
Apelin-13 peptide
Bradykinin
EC 3.4.15.1
IJ3FUK8MOF
Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins
JMV 390-1
Journal Article
Mercury Compounds
Metabolism
Neuropeptidase
Neurotensin
Oligopeptides
Peptide Fragments
Peptidyl-Dipeptidase A
Protease Inhibitors
Renin-angiotensin system
Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
S8TIM42R2W

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Date Completed 10.09.2014

Date Revised 21.10.2021

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1111/jnc.12720

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM236684787