Leukotriene-C4 synthase, a critical enzyme in the activation of store-independent Orai1/Orai3 channels, is required for neointimal hyperplasia

Wei Zhang, Xuexin Zhang, José C. González-Cobos, Judith A. Stolwijk, Khalid Matrougui, Mohamed Trebak

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Abstract

Background: LTC4S is required for Orai1/Orai3 LRC channel activation. However, the role of LTC4S in neointimal hyperplasia is unknown. Results: LTC4S knockdown inhibited neointimal hyperplasia. Akt phosphorylation was decreased in injured arteries, and knockdown of Orai3 or LTC4S restored Akt phosphorylation. Conclusion: LTC4S is required for neointimal hyperplasia. Significance: LTC4S is a potential therapeutic target for vascular occlusive diseases.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)5015-5027
Number of pages13
JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry
Volume290
Issue number8
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 20 2015

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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