December 8, 2025Blood

Extracellular vesicle dynamics as biomarkers in sickle cell disease across therapies

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MTMadeleine TincherCase Western Reserve University UGUmut A. GürkanCase Western Reserve University

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This study demonstrates how extracellular vesicle profiles reflect inflammation and hemolysis in sickle cell disease patients treated with hydroxyurea, voxelotor, or transfusion, indicating potential.

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pEV concentrations were significantly lower in sickle cell disease patients than controls, revealing distinct treatment responses.
Clinical correlation analysis showed strong links between fetal hemoglobin and extracellular vesicle concentrations and sizes, particularly in hydroxyurea treatment.
Nanoparticle tracking analysis and cryo-electron microscopy were used to assess extracellular vesicle characteristics, providing insights into hemolysis and inflammation.
These findings highlight extracellular vesicles as potential non-invasive biomarkers for monitoring sickle cell disease and improving clinical management.

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Tincher et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69362f744fa91c937236e2df https://doi.org/10.1182/blood-2025-6494

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