How Are Proteomic Profiles Used in Clinical Applications?
Proteomic profiles have several clinical applications in cancer:
1. Biomarker Discovery: Identifying proteins that are differentially expressed in cancer can lead to the discovery of new biomarkers for early detection and monitoring of the disease. 2. Therapeutic Target Identification: By understanding the proteins involved in cancer pathways, researchers can identify new targets for drug development. 3. Personalized Medicine: Proteomic profiling can help tailor treatments to individual patients based on the specific protein expression patterns of their tumors. This approach aims to improve treatment efficacy and reduce side effects. 4. Drug Resistance Mechanisms: Studying the proteomic changes associated with drug resistance can help in developing strategies to overcome resistance and improve treatment outcomes.
