[PDF][PDF] Complete identification of E-selectin ligands on neutrophils reveals distinct functions of PSGL-1, ESL-1, and CD44

A Hidalgo, AJ Peired, MK Wild, D Vestweber… - Immunity, 2007 - cell.com
A Hidalgo, AJ Peired, MK Wild, D Vestweber, PS Frenette
Immunity, 2007cell.com
The selectins and their ligands are required for leukocyte extravasation during inflammation.
Several glycoproteins have been suggested to bind to E-selectin in vitro, but the complete
identification of its physiological ligands has remained elusive. Here, we showed that E-
selectin ligand-1 (ESL-1), P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (PSGL-1), and CD44
encompassed all endothelial-selectin ligand activity on neutrophils by using gene-and RNA-
targeted loss of function. PSGL-1 played a major role in the initial leukocyte capture …
Summary
The selectins and their ligands are required for leukocyte extravasation during inflammation. Several glycoproteins have been suggested to bind to E-selectin in vitro, but the complete identification of its physiological ligands has remained elusive. Here, we showed that E-selectin ligand-1 (ESL-1), P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (PSGL-1), and CD44 encompassed all endothelial-selectin ligand activity on neutrophils by using gene- and RNA-targeted loss of function. PSGL-1 played a major role in the initial leukocyte capture, whereas ESL-1 was critical for converting initial tethers into steady slow rolling. CD44 controlled rolling velocity and mediated E-selectin-dependent redistribution of PSGL-1 and L-selectin to a major pole on slowly rolling leukocytes through p38 signaling. These results suggest distinct and dynamic contributions of these three glycoproteins in selectin-mediated neutrophil adhesion and signaling.
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