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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Members receive comprehensive diagnostic testing each year, including biomarker panels and specialty tests that evaluate hormones, genetics and potential toxin exposure.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 July 2025
Voice biomarkers can offer a non-invasive, scalable method for screening and monitoring psychological health.
—Harshal Shah, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
The study didn’t directly measure immune biomarkers, allergic sensitization, or changes to the microbiome.
—New Atlas, 3 July 2025
Blood biomarker tests offer real hope in a new era of Alzheimer’s care.
—Jim Taylor, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 July 2025
Voice biomarkers can offer a non-invasive, scalable method for screening and monitoring psychological health.
—Harshal Shah, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
The study didn’t directly measure immune biomarkers, allergic sensitization, or changes to the microbiome.
—New Atlas, 3 July 2025
Blood biomarker tests offer real hope in a new era of Alzheimer’s care.
—Jim Taylor, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for biomarker
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“Biomarker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biomarker. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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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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