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What is the main function of extracellular vesicles (EVs)?
Where are exosomes primarily formed?
What type of cargo can extracellular vesicles (EVs) carry?
Which bodily fluids are extracellular vesicles (EVs) found in?
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How are extracellular vesicles (EVs) classified?
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Study Notes
Extracellular Vesicles (EVs)
- The main function of extracellular vesicles (EVs) is to facilitate cell-to-cell communication and transfer of biological information.
Formation and Cargo
- Exosomes are primarily formed in multivesicular bodies (MVBs) within cells.
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) can carry various types of cargo, including proteins, lipids, RNA, and DNA.
Distribution
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are found in various bodily fluids, including blood, urine, saliva, and cerebrospinal fluid.
Classification
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are classified based on their size, biogenesis, and release mechanisms into three main categories: exosomes, microvesicles, and apoptotic bodies.
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Test your knowledge on the formation, release, and functions of extracellular vesicles (EVs) such as exosomes and ectosomes. Learn about their role in intercellular communication and their significance in normal physiology and pathological conditions.
