Biomarkers
Biomarkers are objective, measurable indicators of a biological or pathological process that can be used to assess the efficacy of a therapeutic intervention.
Biomarkers can be classified into four main categories: genetic, biochemical, cellular, and imaging biomarkers.
Biomarkers are important tools in clinical research and practice, as they can provide valuable information on disease progression, response to therapy, and prognosis. In addition, biomarkers can be used to monitor the safety of new drugs and to identify potential drug targets.
There are many different types of biomarkers, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The choice of a biomarker depends on the specific research question being asked. For example, genetic markers can be used to identify individuals at risk for a particular disease, while biochemical markers can be used to monitor the progress of a disease.
The use of biomarkers is constantly evolving, and new markers are being discovered all the time. As our understanding of the biology of disease increases, so too does our ability to identify and utilize new biomarkers.
Biomarkers play a vital role in clinical research and practice and will continue to do so as our understanding of disease biology increases.
Biomarkers Topics
Blood Pressure
Is your blood pressure in control? Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps out blood into the...
Body Temperature
What's your core body temperature? Body temperature is a measure of the body's ability to generate and get rid of heat. The average normal body temperature is generally accepted as...
Pulse Rate / Heart Rate
Feel the beat! Your pulse rate, or heart rate, is the number of times your heart beats per minute. A normal resting heart rate is 60-100 beats per minute. Your...
Respiratory Rate
Breathe in, breath out... The respiratory rate is the number of breaths taken per minute. The average respiratory rate for an adult at rest is 12-20 breaths per minute....
Oxygen Saturation
What's your range for oxygen saturation? Oxygen saturation is a measure of how much oxygen your blood is carrying. The normal range for oxygen saturation is 96-100%. If your oxygen...
Blood Sugar
Monitor your blood sugar levels! Blood sugar, or glucose, is the main type of sugar found in the blood. It comes from the food we eat and is a vital source of energy for our...
REM Sleep
Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Sleep cycles alternate between REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and non-REM sleep. Non-REM sleep is further divided into stages 1-4, with stage 4 being the...
HRV
What's your heart rate variability? HRV, or heart rate variability, is the variation in the time interval between two successive heartbeats. It is a measure of the autonomic nervous...
Body Fat
Burn that fat! Body fat is the adipose tissue found in humans and other mammals. It is composed of fat cells (also known as adipocytes) which store energy in the...
Cholesterol
Prevent and treat high cholesterol! Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that's found in all the cells in your body. Your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D,...
Books discussing Biomarkers
The Bulletproof Diet
Despite eating only 1,800 calories per day and working out for 90 minutes every day, six times a week, Dave Asprey was still 300 pounds in his...
The 7 Principles of Fat Burning
If you're looking to get healthy and lose weight, the 7 Principles of Fat Burning is the perfect place to start. This handbook lays out the Berg Diet...
Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High Calorie Malnutrition
Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High-Calorie Malnutrition dive into thiamine deficiency and its effects on the brainstem's functions...
Metabolic Therapies in Orthopedics, Second Edition
As regenerative orthopedics and other fields related to regenerative medicine quickly become more prevalent, physicians who have been in practice for...
You Can Fix Your Brain
Have you ever forgotten your keys, or felt like you're just not yourself today? Many people experience what is called "brain fog." For some, this...
Experts discussing Biomarkers
Dave Asprey
The "godfather of biohacking", creator of Bulletproof Coffee, Bulletproof 360, author, and host of The Human Upgrade podcast.
Dr. Eric Berg, DC
Expert in the ketogenic diet, intermittent fasting, weight loss, and overall body health, and health educator.
Dr. Chandler Marrs, MS, MA, Ph.D.
Researcher, a writer in medicine and health, co-Author of Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High-Calorie Malnutrition, and founder of CRM Health & Fitness.
Dr. Derrick Lonsdale, MD, FACN, CNS
A pediatrician and researcher into the benefits of natural nutrition-based treatments to improve health.
Dr. Ingrid Kohlstadt, MD, MPH
Johns Hopkins University Associate, preventative medicine practitioner, epidemiology, author, executive wellness, and MD Consultant.
Dr. Tom O’Bryan, DC, CCN, DACBN
An author, world expert on gluten and its impact on health, Founder of a health website, Faculty-Institute of Functional Medicine, and Chief Health Officer at KnoWEwell.