What are the Applications of LCM in Cancer Research?
LCM has numerous applications in cancer research, including: - Genomic Analysis: Isolating tumor cells for DNA sequencing to identify genetic mutations and alterations. - Transcriptomic Profiling: Studying RNA expression patterns to understand gene activity in cancer cells. - Proteomic Studies: Analyzing protein expression and modifications to uncover molecular pathways involved in cancer. - Biomarker Discovery: Identifying potential biomarkers for early detection, prognosis, and therapeutic response.
