Correction: Separating extracellular vesicles and lipoproteins via acoustofluidics

Area of Science:

• Biotechnology
• Nanotechnology
• Fluid Dynamics

Background:

• Extracellular vesicles (EVs) and lipoproteins share similar physical properties, making their separation challenging.
• Accurate separation is crucial for understanding disease biomarkers and lipid metabolism.

Purpose of the Study:

• To correct and clarify the acoustofluidics methodology used for separating extracellular vesicles and lipoproteins.
• To ensure the accurate representation of the separation technique.

Main Methods:

• Utilized acoustofluidics, a technique employing sound waves to manipulate particles in microfluidic channels.
• Optimized acoustic parameters for differential separation based on particle size and density.

Main Results:

• The corrected study provides a more precise description of the acoustofluidic separation process.
• Ensured clarity on the distinct separation of extracellular vesicles from lipoproteins.

Conclusions:

• Acoustofluidics offers a viable, label-free method for separating extracellular vesicles and lipoproteins.
• The refined technique enhances the potential for diagnostic and research applications.