Biomarkers selection and mathematical modeling in biological age estimation.
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SUBMITTER: Bafei SEC
PROVIDER: S-EPMC10314900 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul
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Biomarkers selection and mathematical modeling in biological age estimation.
Bafei Solim Essomandan Clémence SEC Shen Chong C
npj aging 20230701 1
Biological age (BA) is important for clinical monitoring and preventing aging-related disorders and disabilities. Clinical and/or cellular biomarkers are measured and integrated in years using mathematical models to display an individual's BA. To date, there is not yet a single or set of biomarker(s) and technique(s) that is validated as providing the BA that reflects the best real aging status of individuals. Herein, a comprehensive overview of aging biomarkers is provided and the potential of ...[more]
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