Biomarkers

Biomarkers are measurable biological indicators of a health condition or disease, making them important tools used in both the diagnostic and prognostic assessment of disease. They are often used in medical research and in the development of new treatments and drugs. Biomarkers can be present in bodily fluids, such as blood, urine or saliva, or they may be structural in nature, like changes in DNA or mutations. Biomarkers are valuable because they allow doctors to identify which diseases or disorders a person may be predisposed to, as well as helping to determine a particular treatment plan for those with existing conditions.