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.
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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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