Exosomes (1 of 2) (IMAGE)

Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz

Exosomes (1 of 2)

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Exosomes (red arrow) are small vesicles that contain proteins and nucleic acids. They are commonly present in close proximity to nerve cell axons where they are ideally positioned to supply protective substances.

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ill./©: Institute of Molecular Cell Biology, JGU

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