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  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry
  • Biochemistry

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  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) presents a significant global health burden, driving research into its biological markers.
  • Altered biological markers, including inflammatory, oxidative stress, and neurotrophic factors, are increasingly implicated in MDD pathophysiology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current understanding of biological underpinnings and potential biomarkers for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
  • To identify key biological markers associated with MDD, including inflammatory, oxidative stress, neurotrophic, and metabolic factors.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies investigating biological markers in Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
  • Analysis of reported alterations in inflammatory markers (e.g., C-reactive protein, IL-6), oxidative stress markers, cortisol levels, and growth factors (e.g., BDNF).

Main Results:

  • Elevated inflammatory markers, oxidative stress, and cortisol levels are characteristic of MDD.
  • Decreased brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and altered levels of other growth factors, kynurenine metabolites, glutamate, and cholesterol are observed in MDD.
  • Challenges in MDD biomarker research include heterogeneity, comorbidities, and low specificity.

Conclusions:

  • Biomarker panels and advanced technologies show promise for overcoming current limitations in MDD research.
  • Further research into the complex biological underpinnings of MDD is crucial for developing effective diagnostic tools and treatments.