A recent study reveals a critical mechanism linking aging to dysfunction in gut bacteria and abnormalities in hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs). Researchers found that as individuals age, their gut microbiome changes, which may subsequently affect the production and function of blood cells. This discovery opens new avenues for interventions targeting gut health as a means to mitigate the risk of developing blood cancers, highlighting the interconnectedness of aging, gut health, and hematopoiesis.
Every second, the human body makes millions of red blood cells, white blood cells and blood-cell fragments called platelets. These components are crucial for oxygen transport and immune response.
The new findings reveal a connection between aging, gut health, and hematopoietic stem cell abnormalities, suggesting potential new interventions for blood cancer.
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