Apyrase and alpha-glucosidase in the salivary glands of Aedes albopictus
Autor(es): Marinotti, O.; de Brito, M.; Moreira, C. K.
Resumo: An apyrase and an alpha -glucosidase were detected in the salivary glands extracts of adult Aedes albopictus. The apyrase is a 61,000 Da secreted protein that hydrolyses ATP and ADP. This protein is synthesized in adults and is preferentially accumulated in the distal lateral lobes of the female salivary glands. The alpha -glucosidase is a secreted 67,000 Da protein. This enzyme is synthesized during adult life and accumulated in the proximal-lateral lobes of both males and females. The results are discussed and compared with data previously obtained with Aedes aegypti salivary glands.
Palavras-Chave: Biological vectors; Secretory organs; Disease transmission; Enzymatic activity; Pharmacology; Mouth parts; Aedes albopictus
Imprenta: Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part B: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, v. 113B, n. 4, p. 675-679, 1996.
Descritores: Aedes aegypti - Proteins ; Aedes aegypti - Transmission
Data de publicação: 1996
