Recombinant Human Bcl-2-like protein 10 (BCL2L10) is a member of the B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2) family of proteins, which play crucial roles in regulating apoptosis, or programmed cell death. BCL2L10 is less studied compared to other members of this family but has been implicated in various cellular processes, including cell survival and cancer progression.
Recent studies have highlighted the role of BCL2L10 in cancer, particularly in melanoma. BCL2L10 is overexpressed in melanoma and acts as a pro-survival factor, reducing the cytotoxic effects of drugs such as cisplatin, dacarbazine, and ABT-737 . Additionally, BCL2L10 enhances aggressive features of melanoma cells by promoting cell migration, invasion, and vasculogenic mimicry .
| Property | Effect of BCL2L10 Overexpression |
|---|---|
| Cell Migration | Increased |
| Cell Invasion | Increased |
| Vasculogenic Mimicry | Increased |
| Tumor Growth | Not significantly affected |
| Angiogenesis | Not significantly affected |
BCL2L10 influences various signaling pathways. In melanoma, it positively affects the phosphorylation of extracellular-signal-regulated kinase (ERK) and the expression of markers associated with cell invasion, such as urokinase plasminogen activator receptor (uPAR) and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) . Additionally, BCL2L10 regulates intracellular calcium levels, which can impact cell signaling and survival .
In ovarian cancer, BCL2L10 has been shown to influence metabolic pathways. Knockdown of BCL2L10 leads to decreased expression of genes involved in metabolism, such as succinate dehydrogenase complex subunit D (SDHD) and isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1), suggesting a role in regulating the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle .
| Gene | Effect of BCL2L10 Knockdown |
|---|---|
| SDHD | Decreased expression |
| IDH1 | Decreased expression |
| LCLAT1 | Decreased expression |
| ENOPH1 | Decreased expression |
| IDI1 | Decreased expression |
| HPRT1 | Decreased expression |
| ATP6V1D | Decreased expression |