What is the role of scavenger receptor class A (SR-A) in the uptake of pyrraline-modified ovalbumin (Pyr-OVA) by dendritic cells (DCs)?
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Scavenger receptors are a family of receptors expressed on the surface of dendritic cells (DCs) that mediate the uptake of various ligands, including advanced glycation end products (AGEs). SR-A is one such receptor that has been implicated in the uptake of AGE-modified proteins.
From: "Ovalbumin Modified with Pyrraline, a Maillard Reaction Product, shows Enhanced T-cell Immunogenicity", JBC. Volume 289, Issue 11, 14 March 2014, Pages 7919-7928;
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Scavenger receptor class A (SR-A) plays a crucial role in the uptake of pyrraline-modified ovalbumin (Pyr-OVA) by dendritic cells (DCs). The study shows that the uptake of Pyr-OVA is significantly reduced in SR-A-deficient DCs, indicating that SR-A is a key receptor mediating the interaction between pyrraline and DCs. This interaction enhances the allergenicity of OVA by promoting its uptake and subsequent presentation to T-cells.
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