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FSL-1: A Synthetic Peptide Increases Survival in a Murine Model of Hematopoietic Acute Radiation Syndrome.
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Radiation research [Radiat Res] 2024 May 01; Vol. 201 (5), pp. 449-459. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- In the current geopolitical climate there is an unmet need to identify and develop prophylactic radiation countermeasures, particularly to ensure the well-being of warfighters and first responders that may be required to perform on radiation-contaminated fields for operational or rescue missions. Currently, no countermeasures have been approved by the U.S. FDA for prophylactic administration. Here we report on the efficacious nature of FSL-1 (toll-like receptor 2/6 agonist) and the protection from acute radiation syndrome (ARS) in a murine total-body irradiation (TBI) model. A single dose of FSL-1 was administered subcutaneously in mice. The safety of the compound was assessed in non-irradiated animals, the efficacy of the compound was assessed in animals exposed to TBI in the AFRRI Co-60 facility, the dose of FSL-1 was optimized, and common hematological parameters [complete blood cell (CBC), cytokines, and bone marrow progenitor cells] were assessed. Animals were monitored up to 60 days after exposure and radiation-induced damage was evaluated. FSL-1 was shown to be non-toxic when administered to non-irradiated mice at doses up to 3 mg/kg. The window of efficacy was determined to be 24 h prior to 24 h after TBI. FSL-1 administration resulted in significantly increased survival when administered either 24 h prior to or 24 h after exposure to supralethal doses of TBI. The optimal dose of FSL-1 administration was determined to be 1.5 mg/kg when administered prior to irradiation. Finally, FSL-1 protected the hematopoietic system (recovery of CBC and bone marrow CFU). Taken together, the effects of increased survival and accelerated recovery of hematological parameters suggests that FSL-1 should be developed as a novel radiation countermeasure for soldiers and civilians, which can be used either before or after irradiation in the aftermath of a radiological or nuclear event.<br /> (©2024 by Radiation Research Society. All rights of reproduction in any form reserved.)
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- Animals
Mice
Hematopoiesis drug effects
Hematopoiesis radiation effects
Mice, Inbred C57BL
Radiation-Protective Agents pharmacology
Radiation-Protective Agents therapeutic use
Acute Radiation Syndrome drug therapy
Acute Radiation Syndrome pathology
Disease Models, Animal
Oligopeptides pharmacology
Oligopeptides therapeutic use
Whole-Body Irradiation adverse effects
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- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1938-5404
- Volume :
- 201
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Radiation research
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 38373011
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1667/RADE-23-00142.1