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EVs are involved in numerous biological processes, including immune response, tissue repair, and cancer progression. They facilitate intercellular communication by transferring bioactive molecules between cells. In the immune system, EVs can present antigens to immune cells, modulate immune responses, and contribute to the spread of viral infections. In tissue repair, EVs derived from stem cells promote regeneration and healing by delivering growth factors and other regenerative molecules. In cancer, EVs can influence tumor progression by promoting angiogenesis, metastasis, and immune evasion. | EVs are involved in numerous biological processes, including immune response, tissue repair, and cancer progression. They facilitate intercellular communication by transferring bioactive molecules between cells. In the immune system, EVs can present antigens to immune cells, modulate immune responses, and contribute to the spread of viral infections. In tissue repair, EVs derived from stem cells promote regeneration and healing by delivering growth factors and other regenerative molecules. In cancer, EVs can influence tumor progression by promoting angiogenesis, metastasis, and immune evasion. | ||
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== Clinical Applications of Extracellular Vesicles == | == Clinical Applications of Extracellular Vesicles == | ||