biomarker
noun
bio·mark·er
ˈbī-ō-ˌmär-kər 
: a distinctive biological or biologically derived indicator (such as a metabolite) of a process, event, or condition (such as aging, disease, or oil formation)
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Picard hopes that energy will soon become a core dimension of health that doctors and researchers assess alongside genetics, lifestyle choices, and other biomarkers.
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Jasna Hodžić, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Our study identified biomarkers associated with the later development of Type 1 diabetes in a group of Swedish children.
—Angelica P. Ahrens, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026
Voice was discussed as a potential biomarker to detect depression and anxiety, not as a new risky communication mode.
—Marc Augustin, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
Provides Anti-Inflammatory Effects Research indicates that the long-term use (8 weeks) of kefir was linked with decreases in inflammatory biomarkers, such as C-reactive protein, which impact heart health.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 14 Apr. 2026
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Jasna Hodžić, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
Our study identified biomarkers associated with the later development of Type 1 diabetes in a group of Swedish children.
—Angelica P. Ahrens, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026
Voice was discussed as a potential biomarker to detect depression and anxiety, not as a new risky communication mode.
—Marc Augustin, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
Provides Anti-Inflammatory Effects Research indicates that the long-term use (8 weeks) of kefir was linked with decreases in inflammatory biomarkers, such as C-reactive protein, which impact heart health.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 14 Apr. 2026
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biomarker
noun
bio·mark·er
ˈbī-ō-ˌmär-kər
: a distinctive biological or biologically derived indicator (as a biochemical metabolite in the body) of a process, event, or condition (as aging, disease, or exposure to a toxic substance)
age-related biomarkers of disease and degenerative change—Janet Raloff
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