Abstract
AIM: We investigated the effect of variants in genes encoding sodium channel modifiers SNTA1 and GPD1L found in early onset atrial fibrillation (AF) patients.
PATIENTS & METHODS: Genetic screening in patients with early onset lone AF revealed three variants in GPD1L and SNTA1 in three AF patients. Functional analysis was performed by patch-clamp electrophysiology.
RESULTS: Co-expression of GPD1L or its p.A326E variant with NaV1.5 did not alter INa density or current kinetics. SNTA1 shifted the peak-current by -5 mV. The SNTA1-p.A257G variant significantly increased INa. SNTA1-p.P74L did not produce functional changes.
CONCLUSION: Although genetic variation of sodium channel modifiers may contribute to development of AF at a molecular level, it is unlikely a monogenic cause of the disease.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Personalized Medicine |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 93-102 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISSN | 1741-0541 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2018 |