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The interplay of Klotho with signaling pathway and microRNAs in cancers |
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| Authors: | Maryam Abolghasemi Tooba Yousefi Mahmood Maniati Durdi Qujeq |
| Institution: | 1. Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran;2. Assistant Professor of the English Department, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran;3. Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran |
| Abstract: | Klotho (KL) gene has been accepted as an "aging suppressor" gene that encodes a single transmembrane protein in human known as Klotho which is commonly expressed in renal tubes. The interruption in the secretion of Klotho protein expedites aging whereas its high expression extends lifespan. The family of Klotho proteins has been reported to act as distinct receptors for endocrine fibroblast growth factors (FGFs), which manage multifarious metabolic processes. Further, the secreted Klotho is a hormonal factor that takes part in the ion channel organization. Numerous studies determined that this protein affects the function of a number of important signaling pathways, which may present an impact in tumorigenesis via the coordination of receptors located on them. This review article focuses on the effects of microRNAs on the performance of Klotho and how the interplay between Klotho and certain pathways like insulin-like growth factor, FGF, Wnt, and transforming growth factor β contribute to the biogenesis of cancer. The present study is also pointed at defining the molecular mechanisms of these interactions. |
| Keywords: | cancer Klotho microRNAs signaling pathways tumor suppressor |