Erythrocyte Shape Change and Vesicle Release with Methyl-beta-cyclodextrin

Authors

Jeremy Fairbourn, Brigham Young University
Dr. John Bell, Brigham Young University

Keywords

erythrocyte, vesicle release, methyl-beta-cyclodextrin, microvesicle

College

Life Sciences

Department

Physiology and Developmental Biology

Abstract

The study of membrane properties has direct applications in many branches of science. These properties influence the shape and behavior of the cell. With respect to erythrocytes, the membrane becomes susceptible to the action of secretory Phospholipase A2 (sPLA2) following treatment with ionophores such as ionomycin. The changes produced by ionomycin are experimental analogs to occurrences in the body. The normal actions of the immune system and metabolism cause changes to the cells such that apoptosis is eventually the endpoint of the cell.

Recommended Citation

Fairbourn, Jeremy and Bell, Dr. John (2013) "Erythrocyte Shape Change and Vesicle Release with Methyl-beta-cyclodextrin," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1415.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1415