Entamoeba histolytica: identification and partial characterization of alpha-mannosidase activity. 2010

Clara E Santacruz-Tinoco, and Julio C Villagómez-Castro, and Everardo López-Romero
Departamento de Biología, División de Ciencias Naturales y Exactas, Universidad de Guanajuato, Apartado Postal No. 187, Guanajuato, Gto. 36000, Mexico.

Despite their well recognized importance in pathogenesis of Entamoeba histolytica there are few studies dealing with the assembly and secretion of glycoproteins that participate in the adhesion to target cells and in the dissemination of the parasite in infected tissues. Some of these studies refer to the identification and, in some cases, the characterization of glycosyl transferases and glycosidases involved in the biosynthesis of these macromolecules as well as to compartments involved in the amoeba dolichol-linked glycosylation pathway. While an N-glycan trimming alpha-mannosidase has been demonstrated in E. histolytica, little is known on its cellular distribution and properties. Here we describe the presence and partial biochemical characterization of soluble and MMF-associated forms of alpha-mannosidase and the separation of at least three internal membrane structures enriched with this glycosidase. Results are discussed in terms of the possible identity of alpha-mannosidase activity and the potential precursor-product relationship between the two enzyme forms.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D007700 Kinetics The rate dynamics in chemical or physical systems.
D008274 Magnesium A metallic element that has the atomic symbol Mg, atomic number 12, and atomic weight 24.31. It is important for the activity of many enzymes, especially those involved in OXIDATIVE PHOSPHORYLATION.
D008345 Manganese A trace element with atomic symbol Mn, atomic number 25, and atomic weight 54.94. It is concentrated in cell mitochondria, mostly in the pituitary gland, liver, pancreas, kidney, and bone, influences the synthesis of mucopolysaccharides, stimulates hepatic synthesis of cholesterol and fatty acids, and is a cofactor in many enzymes, including arginase and alkaline phosphatase in the liver. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual 1992, p2035)
D008362 Mannosides Glycosides formed by the reaction of the hydroxyl group on the anomeric carbon atom of mannose with an alcohol to form an acetal. They include both alpha- and beta-mannosides. Mannoside
D002118 Calcium A basic element found in nearly all tissues. It is a member of the alkaline earth family of metals with the atomic symbol Ca, atomic number 20, and atomic weight 40. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and combines with phosphorus to form calcium phosphate in the bones and teeth. It is essential for the normal functioning of nerves and muscles and plays a role in blood coagulation (as factor IV) and in many enzymatic processes. Coagulation Factor IV,Factor IV,Blood Coagulation Factor IV,Calcium-40,Calcium 40,Factor IV, Coagulation
D003035 Cobalt A trace element that is a component of vitamin B12. It has the atomic symbol Co, atomic number 27, and atomic weight 58.93. It is used in nuclear weapons, alloys, and pigments. Deficiency in animals leads to anemia; its excess in humans can lead to erythrocytosis. Cobalt-59,Cobalt 59
D004748 Entamoeba histolytica A species of parasitic protozoa causing ENTAMOEBIASIS and amebic dysentery (DYSENTERY, AMEBIC). Characteristics include a single nucleus containing a small central karyosome and peripheral chromatin that is finely and regularly beaded. Endamoeba histolytica,histolytica, Endamoeba
D004791 Enzyme Inhibitors Compounds or agents that combine with an enzyme in such a manner as to prevent the normal substrate-enzyme combination and the catalytic reaction. Enzyme Inhibitor,Inhibitor, Enzyme,Inhibitors, Enzyme
D006868 Hydrolysis The process of cleaving a chemical compound by the addition of a molecule of water.
D017026 Swainsonine An indolizidine alkaloid from the plant Swainsona canescens that is a potent alpha-mannosidase inhibitor. Swainsonine also exhibits antimetastatic, antiproliferative, and immunomodulatory activity. Swainsonine, (1R-(2 beta,8a alpha))-Isomer,Swainsonine, (2 beta,8a alpha)-Isomer,Swainsonine, (8 alpha)-Isomer,Swainsonine, (8 alpha,8a alpha)-Isomer,Swainsonine, (8a alpha)-Isomer

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