Exosomes as Possible Biomarker for Tuberculosis

April 14, 2012

Exosomes as Possible Biomarker for Tuberculosis

I have previously posted on exosomes in the context of cancer. Here is a very interesting and brief video from Dr. Jeffrey Schorey regarding exosomes in the pathogenesis of tuberculosis and their possible use as a biomarker for infection. It's only 5 minutes--go ahead and enjoy!

Apr 14, 2012 9:10:29 AM | Biomarkers in Disease, Exosomes in Disease, Lung Infections, Tuberculosis

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