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  • 1Klinik und Poliklinik für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe, Klinikum der Universität München, Marchionistr. 15, 81377 München. bettina.toth@med.uni-muenchen.de

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  • Cell biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology

Context:

  • Circulating, cell-derived microparticles (MP) are implicated in physiological and pathophysiological functions.
  • Recent investigations explore the role of MP in obstetrics and gynecology.
  • Menstrual cycle variations and differences between sexes in MP levels are observed.

Purpose:

  • To review the emerging evidence on the role of circulating microparticles in various physiological and pathophysiological processes.
  • To highlight the recent investigations into the role of MP in obstetrics and gynecology.
  • To discuss the potential of MP as biomarkers in diseases like preeclampsia and breast cancer.

Summary:

  • Microparticles (MP) are involved in crucial processes such as coagulation, inflammation, and transport.
  • Elevated MP levels are noted in conditions like miscarriage and preeclampsia, and they correlate with tumor invasiveness in breast cancer.
  • MP exhibit potential as sensitive and specific biomarkers, comparable to established ones.

Impact:

  • Establishes the growing importance of circulating microparticles in understanding human health and disease.
  • Suggests microparticles as promising diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers in obstetrics, gynecology, and oncology.
  • Opens avenues for further research into the pathogenic roles and therapeutic applications of microparticles.