Proteomic Analysis of Mesenchymal Stem Cell-derived Exosomes in Psoriasis

Purpose: This study aims to investigate the unique proteins in exosomes from mesenchymal stem cells derived from psoriatic lesions and compare them with those from healthy human skin. It seeks to identify potential regulatory factors that may influence the differential effects observed in these exosomes.

Methods: Dermal mesenchymal stem cell exosomes were isolated from healthy human skin (HDMSCs-EXO) and psoriatic lesion of patient (PDMSCs-EXO). The extracted exosomes were analyzed through label-free quantitative proteomics to identify differential proteins. Bioinformatics analyses, including GO and KEGG enrichment, were conducted.

Results: The comparative analysis using HDMSCs-EXO as a control group revealed 13 differential proteins. Notably, proteins such as B2R4D5, MFGE8, and MFAP5 are associated with the inflammatory mechanisms of psoriasis.

Conclusion: The study identifies several differentially expressed proteins in exosomes may play roles in the development of psoriasis. These finding offer valuable insights for further exploration of the inflammatory processes in psoriasis.