Serum microRNA Biomarker Expression in HIV and TB: A Concise Overview.

Infect Disord Drug Targets

Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, ICMR-National JALMA Institute for Leprosy and Other Mycobacterial Diseases, Tajganj, Agra, 282004, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Published: November 2024

AI Article Synopsis

  • Non-coding RNAs, particularly MicroRNAs (miRNAs), play a crucial role in regulating gene expression by binding to specific mRNA targets, leading to gene silencing through degradation or translational inhibition.
  • * The research on miRNAs has enhanced our understanding of disease mechanisms and opened up potential therapeutic avenues, despite not yet having established clinical applications.
  • * A comprehensive grasp of miRNA biology is essential for their future use in diagnostics and treatments, encouraging ongoing studies to explore their roles in health and disease.

Article Abstract

Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), specifically MicroRNAs or miRNAs, are now under-stood to be essential regulators in the complex field of gene expression. By selectively bind-ing to certain mRNA targets, these tiny RNA molecules control the expression of genes., leading to mRNA degradation or translational repression. The discovery of miRNAs has sig-nificantly advanced biomedical research, particularly in elucidating the molecular mecha-nisms underlying various diseases and exploring innovative therapeutic approaches. Recent progress in miRNA research has provided insights into their biogenesis, functional roles, and potential clinical applications. Despite the absence of established methodologies for clinical implementation, miRNAs show great promise as diagnostic and therapeutic agents for a wide array of diseases. Their distinctive attributes, such as high specificity, sensitivity, and accessibility, position them as ideal candidates for biomarker development and targeted therapy. Achieving a comprehensive understanding of miRNA biology and functionality is crucial to fully harnessing their potential in medicine. Ongoing research efforts aim to un-ravel the intricate mechanisms of miRNA-mediated gene regulation and to develop novel approaches for utilizing miRNAs in disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of current knowledge on miRNAs, focusing on their bio-genesis, regulatory mechanisms, and potential clinical applications. By synthesizing existing evidence and highlighting key research findings, this review aims to inspire further explora-tion into the diverse roles of miRNAs in health and disease. Ultimately, this endeavour could result in the development of innovative miRNA-based diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

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