Introduction: The secretome, or secretomics refers to the global study of proteins that are secreted by a cell, a tissue or an organism.
Exegesis: The secretome is an important class of proteins that control many biological and physiological processes. Many secretion pathways are implicated in the release of these proteins.
Conclusion: The secretome is a potential source suitable for the discovery of new therapeutic targets or biomarker candidates.
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