Exosomes and their function

Abstract

Exosomes are structures that carry small molecules such as peptides, RNA, and DNA for different functions in our system. They have a role as intercellular transmission and transfer agent. They provide the protection of homeostasis through these transmission activities. They are involved in the pathogenesis of many different disorders such as cancer, neurodegenerative, cardiovascular and infectious diseases. Exosomes have great importance in the diagnosis of the clinical diseases as biomarker carriers. In this way, they enable early diagnosis and treatment for the patients. Common techniques used today when isolating exosomes are differential ultracentrifugation and exosome purification. In this study, we will review exosomes and their importance in different diseases.