The AppNL-G-F mouse retina is a site for preclinical Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and research

Author:

Vandenabeele Marjan,Veys Lien,Lemmens Sophie,Hadoux Xavier,Gelders Géraldine,Masin Luca,Serneels Lutgarde,Theunis Jan,Saito Takashi,Saido Takaomi C.,Jayapala Murali,De Boever Patrick,De Strooper Bart,Stalmans Ingeborg,van Wijngaarden Peter,Moons Lieve,De Groef LiesORCID

Abstract

AbstractIn this study, we report the results of a comprehensive phenotyping of the retina of theAppNL-G-Fmouse. We demonstrate that soluble Aβ accumulation is present in the retina of these mice early in life and progresses to Aβ plaque formation by midlife. This rising Aβ burden coincides with local microglia reactivity, astrogliosis, and abnormalities in retinal vein morphology. Electrophysiological recordings revealed signs of neuronal dysfunction yet no overt neurodegeneration was observed and visual performance outcomes were unaffected in theAppNL-G-Fmouse. Furthermore, we show that hyperspectral imaging can be used to quantify retinal Aβ, underscoring its potential as a biomarker for AD diagnosis and monitoring. These findings suggest that theAppNL-G-Fretina mimics the early, preclinical stages of AD, and, together with retinal imaging techniques, offers unique opportunities for drug discovery and fundamental research into preclinical AD.

Funder

Fonds Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek

Alzheimer's Research Foundation

Horizon 2020

State Government of Victoria

H & L Hecht Trust

Yulgilbar Alzheimer’s Research Program

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Subject

Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience,Neurology (clinical),Pathology and Forensic Medicine

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