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  1. Exosome (vesicle) - Wikipedia

    Exosomes, ranging in size from 30 to 150 nanometers, [1] are membrane-bound extracellular vesicles (EVs) that are produced in the endosomal compartment of most eukaryotic cells. …

  2. Exosome | Definition, Size, & Function | Britannica

    Exosome, nano-sized vesicle secreted from cells that contains any of various biomolecules, such as proteins or nucleic acids. Intercellular communication by exosomes plays a critical role in …

  3. Where Do Exosomes Come From and What Is Their Function?

    Jul 29, 2025 · The contents of an exosome reflect the originating cell’s state, allowing it to transmit specific messages that induce a range of biological effects in recipient cells, from promoting …

  4. The biology, function, and biomedical applications of exosomes

    Exosomes, with an average diameter of ~100 nanometers, are a subset of EVs. The biogenesis of exosomes involves their origin in endosomes, and subsequent interactions with other …

  5. The role of exosomes in immunopathology and potential …

    Jul 14, 2025 · Exosomes are considered ‘platelet dust,’ a byproduct of the body’s natural waste disposal processes and maintain homeostasis for a long period of time [5]. However, they are …

  6. Q&A: What are exosomes, exactly? | BMC Biology - Springer

    Jun 13, 2016 · Exosomes are extracellular vesicles first described as such 30 years ago and since implicated in cell–cell communication and the transmission of disease states, and explored as …

  7. Exosome - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    Exosomes are small extracellular vesicles secreted by cells, surrounded by a lipid bilayer, that facilitate cell-to-cell communication and transport biomolecules, including proteins, lipids, and …

  8. Exosomes: What They Do and Who’s Doing What - GeneOnline …

    Apr 21, 2025 · Exosomes, small membrane-bound vesicles ranging from 30 to 100 nanometers, actively facilitate communication between cells. Cells produce these vesicles within their …

  9. ABOUT EXOSOMES

    Learn how exosomes facilitate intercellular communication by transporting proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, influencing processes like immune response and tissue repair.

  10. Definition of exosome - NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms

    exosome (EK-soh-some) A tiny sac-like structure that is formed inside a cell and contains some of the cell’s proteins, DNA, and RNA. Exosomes get released into the blood by many types of …