M450- Biomarkers: Assay Development and Validation- Fall 2022

Biomarkers are biochemical or molecular indicators of defined states of health, disease, or response to therapy. Biomarkers are used clinically for diagnosis, prognosis, and patient management. Understanding the limitations of biomarker assays is key to appropriate test utilization and interpretation. With increases in novel treatment modalities, the need for companion biomarker assays is growing. This course will enable participants to understand pathways to the development of biomarker assays from the research bench to the clinic, as well as to interpret results, based on understanding assay performance characteristics and limitations.