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Molecular investigation of vitamin D receptor (VDR) genetic variants and their impact on VDR mRNA and serum vitamin D levels in allergic rhinitis in an Indian population: A case-control study.
Baba, Shahid M; Shafi, Tabasum; Rasool, Roohi; Hameed, Afaq; Shafi, Saba; Ahmad, Sheikh F.
Afiliação
  • Baba SM; Centre for Vocational Studies, Islamic University of Science & Technology, Awantipora, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
  • Shafi T; Department of Immunology & Molecular Medicine, SKIMS, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
  • Rasool R; Department of Immunology & Molecular Medicine, SKIMS, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
  • Hameed A; Department of Immunology & Molecular Medicine, SKIMS, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
  • Shafi S; Department of Clinical Biochemistry, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
  • Ahmad SF; Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Int J Immunogenet ; 2024 May 29.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38809236
ABSTRACT
Vitamin D deficiency is widespread and poses a significant health concern, as emerging research links it to allergic diseases owing to its immunomodulatory functions. The optimal functioning of vitamin D and its activation depend on its nuclear receptor, vitamin D receptor (VDR). Genetic variants of VDR have been explored as potential factors in autoimmune and allergic diseases, with limited studies on their association with allergic rhinitis (AR). The present investigation aims to analyse the role of three VDR genetic variants - TaqI, FokI and BsmI - in AR susceptibility and their impact on VDR mRNA and serum vitamin D levels. A total of 550 subjects, consisting of 250 AR cases and 300 age- and gender-matched controls, underwent genotyping by polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism (PCR-RFLP). VDR mRNA and vitamin D levels were determined by quantitative real-time PCR and chemiluminescence, respectively. Although TaqI did not exhibit significant differences, FokI demonstrated a noteworthy association with AR, particularly with the CC genotype (odds ratio [OR] 3.34; confidence interval [CI] 1.79-6.23). Similarly, BsmI revealed an increased risk for AR, with the GA + AA genotypes showing a 2.2-fold elevated risk (OR 2.20; CI 1.53-3.16). VDR mRNA expression was threefold lower in AR patients (p < .0001), accompanied by reduced serum vitamin D levels (p < .0001). In addition, CC (p = .01) and AA (p = .02) genotypes of FokI and BsmI were associated with reduced VDR mRNA levels, whereas TaqI showed no such association. Similarly, heterozygous genotypes of TaqI and FokI, as well as homozygous AA of BsmI, correlated with lower serum vitamin D levels (p < .001). This study emphasizes the intricate relationship among VDR genetic variations, altered VDR activity, immune modulation and vitamin D metabolism in AR. Further research involving diverse populations is crucial for confirming and generalizing these findings, paving the way for personalized therapeutic interventions in vitamin D-related disorders.
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Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Int J Immunogenet Assunto da revista: ALERGIA E IMUNOLOGIA / GENETICA Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Índia

Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Int J Immunogenet Assunto da revista: ALERGIA E IMUNOLOGIA / GENETICA Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Índia