Senescent cells linked to age-related blood clot formation
Researchers at the Buck Institute including Dr. Judy Campisi have published a study which shows for the first-time that senescent blood clots are related to age.
As we age, more and more of our cells are in a senescent state. Senescent cells do not divide or support the tissues of which they are part; instead, they emit a range of potentially harmful chemical signals known as the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP), which encourages nearby healthy cells to enter the same senescent state.
SASP is a protein that can reduce tissue repair and increase chronic inflammation. It may even increase the risk of cancer, as well as other age-related illnesses.
Source:
https://www.leafscience.org/senescent-cells-linked-to-age-related-blood-clot-formation/
