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signature molecule
A biological molecule found in blood, other body fluids, or tissues that is a sign of a normal or abnormal process, or of a condition or disease. A signature molecule may be used to see how well the body responds to a treatment for a disease or condition. Also called biomarker and molecular marker.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Health care
- Category: Cancer treatment
- Company: U.S. HHS
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