Ultra-sensitive techniques for detecting neurological biomarkers: Prospects for early diagnosis.
Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2021;
584:15-18. [PMID:
34753063 DOI:
10.1016/j.bbrc.2021.10.073]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2021] [Accepted: 10/29/2021] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
Abstract
Identifying reliable biomarkers and ultra-sensitive techniques are crucial for the early detection of neurodegenerative disorders (NDDs) to improve the clinical diagnosis and development of effective disease-modifying treatments. Here, we discussed recent technological advancements that enabled scientists to monitor brain health by detecting biological molecules even at lower levels. These technologies enabled the detection of neurological biomarkers in blood, revolutionizing the diagnosis and prognosis of NDDs. Moreover, it provided a better understanding of disease pathology's long-term effects, resulting in fewer invasive tests, early diagnosis, faster drug development, and possibly more effective therapies as possible outcomes.
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