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Methods to best maneuver this are presented to help emphasize the necessary level of validation for use of an assay in a clinical setting. Each pertinent stage is then described, and key focus areas are highlighted.
This book provides a complete picture of biomarker development and validation in a pharmaceutical setting while addressing the inherent challenges of targeting the appropriate indications, biomarker robustness, regulatory hurdles, ...
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