HealthAugust 17, 2026

biomarkers

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Definition

Measurable indicators or biological substances in the body that can be used to assess health status, track disease progression, or determine how an individual responds to medical treatments.

Etymology

The word is a portmanteau of biological and marker. It emerged in the 20th century to describe physiological characteristics that serve as objective signs of a medical state.

In the news

In this article, biomarkers are used as a key data input for Kiara Health’s AI engine to help generate personalized fertility insights and specific care plans for patients.

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