News-Medical.Net August 11, 2024
In a recent study published in the journal Nature Medicine, researchers developed a proteomic age clock using plasma proteins to predict biological age and the associated health risks. They found that this clock accurately predicts age and is linked to the risk of major chronic diseases, multimorbidity, and mortality across diverse populations.
Background
Aging is a key factor in the onset of chronic diseases like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer, though the timing and severity vary across individuals. While chronological age is often used to estimate biological aging, it may not be an accurate surrogate measure. This study is significant as it is the first to validate a proteomic age clock across large and diverse populations, offering a robust...
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