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Rapid Isolation of Human Breast Milk-Derived Extracellular Vesicles
Published on: November 14, 2025
Current Perspective on Human Milk Derived Vesicles and Their Potential Therapeutic Use: A Scoping Review
Patricia Hrasnova1,2,3, Cristian-Tudor Matea1, Petra Gombos3
1Department of Biosciences and Medical Biology, Paris Lodron University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria.
Journal of Extracellular Vesicles
|May 15, 2026
Summary
Human milk-derived extracellular vesicles (HMEVs) show therapeutic potential but require standardized methods for isolation and characterization. Further research is needed to define their mechanisms, safety, and efficacy in infant-relevant models.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical research
- Extracellular vesicles
- Neonatal health
Background:
- Human milk-derived extracellular vesicles (HMEVs) are crucial for mother-child communication.
- HMEVs possess significant biomedical and therapeutic application potential.
Conclusions:
- Standardization in HMEV research is critical for clinical translation.
- Further investigation into HMEV mechanisms, safety, and efficacy in relevant models is imperative.
- Addressing challenges in preclinical modeling is essential for advancing HMEV therapeutics.
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