Augmentation of serotonin in the developing superior colliculus alters the normal development of the uncrossed retinotectal projection. 1998

R D Mooney, and T A Crnko-Hoppenjans, and M Ke, and C A Bennett-Clarke, and R D Lane, and N L Chiaia, and R W Rhoades
Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, Medical College of Ohio, Toledo 43614, USA. rmooney@gemini.mco.edu

A previous study from this laboratory showed that sprouting of serotoninergic axons in the hamster's superior colliculus (SC) induced by a single subcutaneous injection of 5,7-dihydroxytryptamine (5,7-DHT) at birth (postnatal day 0; P-0) resulted in an abnormal terminal distribution of the uncrossed retinotectal projection. The present study provided further evidence to support the role of increased 5-HT levels within the SC in this phenomenon. Slow-release polymer (ELVAX) chips impregnated with serotonin (5-HT) were placed over the SC on either P-1 or P-3, and retinotectal projections were assessed via anterograde transport of horseradish peroxidase when animals reached P > 18. Analysis of ELVAX chips indicated that they released 5-HT in amounts of > or = 1 pmole/hour for at least 12 days. Assessment of the SC of treated hamsters indicated significantly elevated 5-HT concentrations as late as P-12, but not on P-16. Implantation of 5-HT chips, but not control chips, resulted in abnormalities in the uncrossed retinotectal projection similar to those observed in the 5,7-DHT-treated animals. The patches that normally develop in the rostral part of the stratum opticum were not present, and uncrossed axons were distributed densely in this layer and in the lower portion of the stratum griseum superficiale throughout the rostrocaudal and mediolateral extents of the SC. Quantitative analysis of these changes indicated significant differences between the organization of the uncrossed retinotectal projections of 5-HT-treated animals vs. either blank-implant treated or completely untreated animals but not between 5-HT-treated hamsters and animals that received neonatal 5,7-DHT injections. All of these results support the conclusion that increased SC concentrations of 5-HT altered retinotectal development.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D011145 Polyvinyls POLYMERS derived from the monomer VINYL COMPOUNDS. Polyvinyl
D012160 Retina The ten-layered nervous tissue membrane of the eye. It is continuous with the OPTIC NERVE and receives images of external objects and transmits visual impulses to the brain. Its outer surface is in contact with the CHOROID and the inner surface with the VITREOUS BODY. The outer-most layer is pigmented, whereas the inner nine layers are transparent. Ora Serrata
D003692 Delayed-Action Preparations Dosage forms of a drug that act over a period of time by controlled-release processes or technology. Controlled Release Formulation,Controlled-Release Formulation,Controlled-Release Preparation,Delayed-Action Preparation,Depot Preparation,Depot Preparations,Extended Release Formulation,Extended Release Preparation,Prolonged-Action Preparation,Prolonged-Action Preparations,Sustained Release Formulation,Sustained-Release Preparation,Sustained-Release Preparations,Timed-Release Preparation,Timed-Release Preparations,Controlled-Release Formulations,Controlled-Release Preparations,Extended Release Formulations,Extended Release Preparations,Slow Release Formulation,Sustained Release Formulations,Controlled Release Formulations,Controlled Release Preparation,Controlled Release Preparations,Delayed Action Preparation,Delayed Action Preparations,Formulation, Controlled Release,Formulations, Controlled Release,Prolonged Action Preparation,Release Formulation, Controlled,Release Formulations, Controlled,Sustained Release Preparation,Timed Release Preparation,Timed Release Preparations
D004343 Drug Implants Small containers or pellets of a solid drug implanted in the body to achieve sustained release of the drug. Drug Implant,Drug Pellet,Pellets, Drug,Drug Pellets,Implant, Drug,Implants, Drug,Pellet, Drug
D006224 Cricetinae A subfamily in the family MURIDAE, comprising the hamsters. Four of the more common genera are Cricetus, CRICETULUS; MESOCRICETUS; and PHODOPUS. Cricetus,Hamsters,Hamster
D006735 Horseradish Peroxidase An enzyme isolated from horseradish which is able to act as an antigen. It is frequently used as a histochemical tracer for light and electron microscopy. Its antigenicity has permitted its use as a combined antigen and marker in experimental immunology. Alpha-Peroxidase,Ferrihorseradish Peroxidase,Horseradish Peroxidase II,Horseradish Peroxidase III,Alpha Peroxidase,II, Horseradish Peroxidase,III, Horseradish Peroxidase,Peroxidase II, Horseradish,Peroxidase III, Horseradish,Peroxidase, Ferrihorseradish,Peroxidase, Horseradish
D000818 Animals Unicellular or multicellular, heterotrophic organisms, that have sensation and the power of voluntary movement. Under the older five kingdom paradigm, Animalia was one of the kingdoms. Under the modern three domain model, Animalia represents one of the many groups in the domain EUKARYOTA. Animal,Metazoa,Animalia
D012701 Serotonin A biochemical messenger and regulator, synthesized from the essential amino acid L-TRYPTOPHAN. In humans it is found primarily in the central nervous system, gastrointestinal tract, and blood platelets. Serotonin mediates several important physiological functions including neurotransmission, gastrointestinal motility, hemostasis, and cardiovascular integrity. Multiple receptor families (RECEPTORS, SEROTONIN) explain the broad physiological actions and distribution of this biochemical mediator. 5-HT,5-Hydroxytryptamine,3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indol-5-ol,Enteramine,Hippophaine,Hydroxytryptamine,5 Hydroxytryptamine
D013477 Superior Colliculi The anterior pair of the quadrigeminal bodies which coordinate the general behavioral orienting responses to visual stimuli, such as whole-body turning, and reaching. Colliculus, Superior,Optic Lobe, Human,Optic Lobe, Mammalian,Optic Tectum,Anterior Colliculus,Superior Colliculus,Tectum, Optic,Colliculi, Superior,Colliculus, Anterior,Human Optic Lobe,Human Optic Lobes,Mammalian Optic Lobe,Mammalian Optic Lobes,Optic Lobes, Human,Optic Lobes, Mammalian,Optic Tectums,Tectums, Optic
D014795 Visual Pathways Set of cell bodies and nerve fibers conducting impulses from the eyes to the cerebral cortex. It includes the RETINA; OPTIC NERVE; optic tract; and geniculocalcarine tract. Pathway, Visual,Pathways, Visual,Visual Pathway

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