How often and what sort of changes are made to the biomarker Knowledge Area?
The database is updated on a daily basis. Our tracking of information sources not only looks for content on biomarkers not yet entered in the database, but also for new or updated information on biomarkers for which there is an existing record. This could be: • a new use under study (a use is a combination of indication, population, role and technique) • information indicating that the use has advanced (for example, gone from experimental use to use in humans, akin to a phase change for a drug) • a relevant new reference to add to the database, albeit one that doesn’t prompt a change in a lifecycle status for the biomarker (or information on a new kit in development, as another example).
