What is personalized medicine and how does it relate to therapeutic targets?

What is personalized medicine and how does it relate to therapeutic targets?

Personalized medicine tailors treatment to individual characteristics, including genetic makeup, enhancing therapeutic targets.

Can you give me an example of how this works in cancer treatment?

Sure! In cancer treatment, therapies can be designed based on specific genetic mutations in a patient's tumor, improving effectiveness.

What are some challenges in implementing personalized medicine?

Challenges include high costs, the need for extensive genetic testing, and ensuring equitable access to these therapies.

How do researchers identify new therapeutic targets?

Researchers use genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics to discover new targets that can be influenced by drugs.

What role do biomarkers play in personalized medicine?

Biomarkers help identify which patients will benefit from specific treatments, guiding personalized therapy decisions.