Based on extensive in vitro investigations, the highly conserved motif GFFKR in the alphaL- subunit of the integrin LFA-1 was deleted in mouse germline. This mutation rendered LFA-1 constitutively active. A de-adhesion defect in LFA-1d/d mice disturbs the dynamic regulation of cellular communication during diverse biological processes. As a result peripheral lymph nodes and Peyer's patches are reduced in mutant mice. Moreover, peritonallavage of thioglycollate-induced peritonitis showed a reduction in the total number of infiltrating leukocytes. Defective resolution of disassembly is also responsible for reduced cytotoxic T cell responses as well as decreased proliferative responses of mutant lymphocytes. The surprising similarities to the phenotype of LFA-1 deficient mice emphasizes the importance of the activity regulation of integrins. Thus, dynamic regulation of ligand binding is crucial for effective immune responses in vivo.
«Based on extensive in vitro investigations, the highly conserved motif GFFKR in the alphaL- subunit of the integrin LFA-1 was deleted in mouse germline. This mutation rendered LFA-1 constitutively active. A de-adhesion defect in LFA-1d/d mice disturbs the dynamic regulation of cellular communication during diverse biological processes. As a result peripheral lymph nodes and Peyer's patches are reduced in mutant mice. Moreover, peritonallavage of thioglycollate-induced peritonitis showed a reduct...
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