ReviewFrontiers in molecular biosciences2026
Cell-free mitochondrial DNA (cf-mtDNA) in human body fluids: molecular characteristics, release mechanisms, and clinical translation-an updated review.
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- From Retina to Vasculature: Oxidative Stress as a Common Mechanistic Link Between Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Cardiovascular Disease.Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Platelet-derived mitochondrial transfer in cancer metastasis: mechanisms, functional consequences, and translational opportunities.Clinical & experimental metastasis · 2026Review
- Translational Perspectives on Cell-Free Mitochondrial DNA as a Biomarker in Gynecological Cancers: Current Limitations and Future Research Directions.Biomolecules · 2026Review
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Abstract
Since its discovery, cell-free mitochondrial DNA (cf-mtDNA) has emerged as a promising non-invasive molecular marker for disease diagnosis and prognosis. However, the biological origins of cf-mtDNA remain incompletely understood, which limits its clinical applications. This review comprehensively summarizes the molecular characteristics, release mechanisms, and diagnostic applications of cf-mtDNA. By discussing standardization of cf-mtDNA detection methods, this review aims to provide theoretical foundations for clinical translation of this emerging biomarker.
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