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1. Intro: Disease Biomarkers Flashcards

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What are disease biomarkers?

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Substances used as an indicator for the biological state of a person.

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What are they usually made of?

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Proteins

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What can they be used for?

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  1. Differentiate state of disease in a patient: to find cures for the disease.
  2. Gauge level of response to therapy: to simplify prognosis.
  3. Gauge level of drug administered: allows for customizable dosage.
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Examples of uses?

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Ovarian cancer and personalized medication.

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Where can disease biomarkers be found?

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In blood or body fluid

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