Epigenetic ageing of human blood cells corresponds with the biological age of the individual, indicating that blood cells age in sync with the body’s overall ageing process.
March 2024 – Aging Cell
Key takeaways
- Epigenetic ageing in human blood cells aligns with biological age: This suggests that the ageing of blood cells is more reflective of an individual’s physiological condition and health rather than their chronological years, highlighting a potential target for ageing research
- Variability in blood cell ageing: The rate at which blood cells age differs based on the general ageing dynamics of the individual. This variability could be important for developing personalised ageing interventions
- Insights from epigenetic markers in blood cells: By studying these markers, scientists can gain valuable information about the biological ageing process. This could help in predicting age-related diseases earlier and more accurately
Understanding how blood cells age provides a foundation for researching methods to decelerate or modify the biological ageing process, which could result in healthier, longer lifespans.
Read the article at: Holland, Petter, et al. “Epigenetic Aging of Human Blood Cells Is Influenced by the Age of the Host Body.” Aging Cell, p. e14112, https://doi.org/10.1111/acel.14112.