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Phosphatidylserine (PS) is a phospholipid typically confined to the inner leaflet of the plasma membrane under normal physiological conditions. It plays a crucial role in cell membrane structure and signaling pathways. During apoptosis, or programmed cell death, PS undergoes a translocation to the outer leaflet of the plasma membrane. This “flipping” of PS is mediated by enzymes such as scramblases, which disrupt the asymmetric distribution of phospholipids, allowing PS to become accessible on the cell surface. The externalization of PS on apoptotic cells serves as an essential signal for phagocytic cells, like macrophages. Recognizing the exposed PS as an “eat me” signal, these phagocytes engulf and digest the apoptotic cells, thereby preventing the release of potentially harmful intracellular contents into the surrounding tissue. This process facilitates non-inflammatory clearance, which is critical for maintaining tissue homeostasis. Dysregulation of PS externalization can lead to various pathological conditions. For example, an impairment in PS exposure on apoptotic cells may contribute to autoimmune diseases, where the immune system fails to recognize and eliminate dying cells. Conversely, some cancer cells exploit PS exposure to evade immune detection. Understanding the molecular mechanisms governing PS translocation and recognition by phagocytes has significant implications for therapeutic strategies targeting autoimmune diseases, inflammation, and cancer. Which enzyme is primarily responsible for disrupting phospholipid asymmetry to expose PS on the outer leaflet of the membrane during apoptosis?    

Opuestos Match the item in the left column to  the opposite of each item in right column .  (10 x 1 pt. each = 10 pts.)

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