Biomarkers in Liver Disease (Biomarkers in Disease: Methods, Discoveries and Applications)

There are numerous types of liver disease that may be due to toxic agents (such as alcohol or drugs), infectious agents including viruses, congenital conditions and even poor dietary patterns. It has been suggested that there are over 100 different types. As the consequences of liver failure can be devastating it is important that appropriate diagnosis and monitoring is carried out. Much of this characterisation entails the use of biological indicators, i.e biomarkers. **Biomarkers in Liver Disease** embraces a holistic approach by combining detailed information on different conditions that affect the liver and the use of biomarkers. Biomarkers are described in terms of conventional, new and emerging analytes, techniques, platforms and applications. It covers the latest knowledge, trends and innovations. New platforms are described which combine advances in biomedical sciences, physics, computing and chemistry. Front Matter....Pages i-xxvii Front Matter....Pages 1-1 Front Matter....Pages 3-22 Front Matter....Pages 23-45 Front Matter....Pages 47-70 Front Matter....Pages 71-97 Front Matter....Pages 99-128 Front Matter....Pages 129-152 Back Matter....Pages 153-166 ....Pages 167-191 Annotation With a focus on diseases of the liver, this work is part of a multi-volume Springer guide to biomarkers and their applications in various fields. It provides comprehensive coverage of biomarker applications in diagnosing and treating hepatic pathologies