Essential role for Ggct in erythrocyte antioxidant defense
He, Z.; Sun, X.; Wang, S.; Bai, D.; Zhao, X.; Han, Y.; Hao, P.; Liu, X.-S.
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GGCT encodes {gamma}-glutamyl cyclotransferase enzyme activity, and its expression is up-regulated in various human cancers. {gamma}-glutamyl cyclotransferase enzyme activity was originally purified from human red blood cells (RBCs), however physiological function of GGCT in RBCs is still not clear. Here we reported that Ggct deletion in mouse leads to splenomegaly and progressive anemia phenotypes, due to elevated oxidative damage and shortened life span of Ggct-/- RBCs. Ggct-/- RBCs have increased reactive oxygen species (ROS), and are more sensitive to H2O2 induced damage compared to control RBCs. Glutathione (GSH) and GSH synthesis precursor L-cysteine are decreased in Ggct-/- RBCs. Our study suggests a critical function of Ggct in RBC redox balance and life span maintenance through regulating GSH metabolism.
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