biomarker

noun

bio·​mark·​er ˈbī-ō-ˌmär-kər How to pronounce biomarker (audio)
: 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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Researchers are now evaluating various biomarkers as candidates for the development of better diagnostic methods or to define subgroups. — Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026 At the center of that model is the Longevity Quotient, Agentis's proprietary assessment that scores a person's biological age across eight biomarker domains, essentially a portfolio review for the body. — Robert Reiss, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 Stem cell research has helped drive innovative drug testing and disease modeling, while the biomarker test — in which Parkinson’s can be diagnosed in advance of symptoms — has been hailed as a groundbreaking advancement during the past few years. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 22 July 2026 Future versions may be able to monitor biomarkers such as glucose or cortisol. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for biomarker

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First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of biomarker was in 1973

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biomarker

noun
bio·​mark·​er ˈbī-ō-ˌmär-kər How to pronounce biomarker (audio)
: 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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