Definition of «biomarker»

A biomarker is a measurable indicator or signal that can be used to predict, diagnose, or track a physiological condition or disease. Biomarkers are often substances found in blood, urine, or other bodily fluids and tissues that indicate the presence of a particular disease or health condition. They can also include physical signs or symptoms, genetic markers, or changes in cellular processes that signal the onset or progression of a disease. Biomarkers are used by researchers and clinicians to study diseases, develop new treatments, and monitor patients' responses to therapy.

Sentences with «biomarker»

  • The existing consortium project Nanomax pursues the realization of ultra-sensitive sensor platform aimed at the quantitative detection of biomarkers of cancer (breast cancer, colorectal cancer) and viral (hepatitis C virus HCV and its mutants) in biological fluids. (lens.unifi.it)
  • Video — Dr. Luda Diatchenko, McGill University, DriverMap in the search for Biomarkers for Chronic Pain (3:09) (cellecta.com)
  • The pre-consortium will identify unmet needs for the use of biomarkers in developing new treatments for people with Crohn's disease. (helmsleytrust.org)
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