Abstract:
The invention provides a novel method for detecting the presence or absence of one or more transfer RNAs (tRNAs) contained in microvesicles from a subject. The invention also provides a novel method for detecting the presence or absence of one or more human endogenous retrovirus elements (HERV) in microvesicles from a subject. The methods disclosed is directed to aiding diagnosis, prognosis, minotring and evaluation of a disease or other medical condition in a subject.