Tumor markers--prognostic and therapeutic implications for colorectal carcinoma.

摘要: Molecular prognostic markers are molecules produced by either the tumor or host (patient) whose expression is associated with clinical outcome. Three types of molecular exist that characterize different aspects : relationship: (1) biology, (2) burden and (3) response. The first type marker measured within primary metastatic mass defines aggressiveness cancer its ability to respond therapy. other two usually in blood assess concentrations circulating products cytokines may be involved resistance cancer. In this brief review we will define each marker, provide examples their current utility then describe how these useful.