Oxidative and glycolytic skeletal muscle-derived exosomes selectively coated miRNAs and participate in regulating myoblast proliferation and differentiation mediated by miR-4331-3p
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ABSTRACT: The phenotypic characteristics and meat quality of skeletal muscle are collectively determined by the muscle cells, other cellular groups within it, and their intricate interactions with the extracellular microenvironment. Exosomes have the capacity to influence the development and microenvironment of skeletal muscle, thus playing a crucial role in its differentiation and maturation. In this study, we conducted an initial evaluation of the muscle fiber phenotypes in glycolytic skeletal muscle (Longissimus dorsi, HC-L) and oxidative skeletal muscle (Psoas major, HC-P) of Hechuan black pigs. The results revealed significant differences in terms of muscle fiber diameter, density, and type phenotypes (P<0.05). Subsequently, we isolated and identified exosomes derived from skeletal muscle (SKM-Exos). Co-culture experiments with myoblasts demonstrated that SKM-Exos can promote both myoblast proliferation and differentiation. Furthermore, sequencing analysis confirmed that miRNAs present in SKM-Exos are selectively coated miRNAs. It is noteworthy that the expression of miR-4331-3p was notably higher in SKM-Exos compared to its derived skeletal muscles. It was significantly elevated in the SKM-Exos of HC-L when compared to those of HC-P, and have interactions with the differentially expressed genes between HC-L and HC-P. Interestingly enough, miR-4331-3p has been shown to enhance myoblast proliferation while inhibiting the differentiation process. By investigating the interaction between SKM-Exos, their derived miRNAs, and myoblasts, this study elucidated the molecular mechanism underlying the regulation of muscle fiber differentiation by SKM-Exos and provided valuable insights into the intricate molecular processes involved in meat formation.
ORGANISM(S): Sus scrofa
PROVIDER: GSE269386 | GEO | 2026/06/07
REPOSITORIES: GEO
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