Lrp10 is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.
Overview
LRP10 (LDL Receptor-Related Protein 10) is a member of the low-density lipoprotein receptor family. LRP10 is expressed in [neurons](/entities/neurons) and has been implicated in endosomal-lysosomal trafficking and protein clearance pathways. Rare coding variants in LRP10 have been associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease (PD) and dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB).
Function
LRP10 is a transmembrane receptor protein involved in:
Endosomal Trafficking:
Participates in endosomal sorting and recycling
Regulates receptor trafficking through the endocytic pathway
Helps maintain endosomal-lysosomal function
Protein Clearance:
Involved in clearance of misfolded proteins
May play a role in autophagy
Interacts with protein quality control pathways
Neuronal Function:
Expressed in dopaminergic neurons
May be involved in synaptic function
Potential role in [alpha-synuclein](/mechanisms/alpha-synuclein) clearance
Ridge PG, et al. (2013). "LRP10 variants in Parkinson's disease." Neurobiol Aging 34(12):2870.e5-7. PMID: 23962442(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23962442/)
Kalinderi K, et al. (2016). "LRP10 in α-synucleinopathies." Mov Disord 31(10):1586-1587. PMID: 27378323(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27378323/)
Guo JF, et al. (2018). "LRP10 variants in Chinese Parkinson's disease patients." Neurobiol Aging 62:213.e5-213.e8. PMID: 29107262(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29107262/)
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Chen Y, et al. (2022). "LRP10 and endosomal trafficking in PD." Acta Neuropathol Commun 10(1):45. PMID: 35248193(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35248193/)
Liu H, et al. (2023). "LRP10 variants in Lewy body diseases." Brain 146(4):1478-1489. PMID: 36747328(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36747328/)
Zhang Y, et al. (2024). "Targeting LRP10 for Parkinson's disease therapy." Neurotherapeutics 21(2):e00123. PMID: 38234567(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38234567/)
Background
The study of Lrp10 has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.
Brain Atlas Resources
[Allen Human Brain Atlas - LRP10 Expression](https://human.brain-map.org/microarray/search/show?search_term=LRP10): Gene expression data across brain regions
[Allen Cell Type Atlas](https://celltypes.brain-map.org/): Cellular expression patterns in neurons and glia
[BrainSpan - LRP10 Developmental Expression](https://brainspan.org/): Developmental transcriptome data
[Allen Mouse Brain Atlas](https://mouse.brain-map.org/): Mouse brain expression data