WLSEAGPVVTVRALRGTGSW is a cardiomyocyte specific peptide. WLSEAGPVVTVRALRGTGSW-expressing exosomes can improve specific uptake by cardiomyocytes, decrease cardiomyocyte apoptosis, and enhance cardiac retention following intramyocardial injection in vivo.
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