exosome/ĕk′sō-sōm″/

noun

  • A small membrane-bound extracellular vesicle, typically ranging from 30 to 150 nanometers in diameter, that is released from a cell and plays a role in intercellular communication by transferring proteins, lipids, and genetic material between cells.

  • Formed through the inward budding of late endosomes, konwn as multivesicular boadies, which release these vesicles into the extracellular space.

  • Responsible for revolutionizing regenerative skincare.