Biomarker analysis has several applications in medicine:
Cancer Diagnosis: Biomarkers can indicate the presence and type of cancer, guiding treatment decisions. Prognosis: Certain biomarkers can predict disease progression and patient outcomes. Therapeutic Targets: Identifying specific biomarkers can help in developing targeted therapies. Monitoring Treatment Response: Biomarkers can be used to assess the effectiveness of a treatment regimen. Drug Development: Biomarkers play a crucial role in the development and testing of new drugs.