biomarker

American

[bahy-oh-mahr-ker] / ˈbaɪ oʊˌmɑr kər /

noun

a distinct biochemical, genetic, or molecular characteristic or substance that is an indicator of a particular biological condition or process.

a blood test to measure protein biomarkers for cancer.

biomarker British

/ ˈbaɪəʊˌmɑːkə /

noun

another name for biological marker

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Etymology

Origin of biomarker

First recorded in 1970–75; bio- ( def. ) + marker ( def. )

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In one data set, 728 participants received brain scans or biomarker testing during life.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026

“Low testosterone in itself can be an early biomarker for man’s overall health,” says Bernie.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

Tierra Santa is a far cry from the biomarker readings and recovery chambers that dominate New York’s luxury wellness scene.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026

But it’s a biomarker with clinical backing for impending heart attack risk, and she recommends it at MDVIP.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

The results point to hypoalbuminemia as a biomarker that could help doctors identify people at high risk of developing this aggressive infection.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 3, 2026

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