NALT

Preferred term

biomarkers

Chemical

An indicator of changes or events in biological systems. Biological markers of exposure are cellular, biochemical, analytical, or molecular measures that are obtained from biological media such as tissues, cells, or fluids and are indicative of exposure to an agent. Biomarkers of effect are quantifiable changes, indicating exposure to a compound, while biomarkers of susceptibility are characteristics that make an individual susceptible to the effects of an exposure.

biochemical compounds

biochemical markers
biological markers

Field 001 in MARC Authority Format

5067

Spanish

biomarcadores

URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/17262

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Created 1/19/06, last modified 3/2/18