Key Takeaway
Therapeutic plasma exchange reduced epigenetic age and inflammatory markers in older adults, suggesting potential rejuvenation effects from diluting old blood factors.
Summary
Clinical study examining plasma exchange effects on aging biomarkers.
Methods
- Clinical trial
- Older adult participants
- Therapeutic plasma exchange
- Epigenetic clock measurements
- Inflammatory marker panel
Key Results
- Reduced epigenetic age
- Decreased inflammatory markers
- Improved some functional markers
- Effects from dilution, not young plasma
- Generally well-tolerated
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Limitations
- Small sample size
- Short-term follow-up
- Invasive procedure
- Long-term effects unknown