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Modern Methods for Assessment of microRNAs
Oleg L Bodulev1, Ivan Yu Sakharov2
1Lomonosov Moscow State University, Faculty of Chemistry, Moscow, 119991, Russia.
Biochemistry. Biokhimiia
|July 5, 2022
Summary
This review covers modern quantitative and semi-quantitative analysis methods for microRNAs (miRNAs), small non-coding RNAs vital for biological processes. These miRNAs show promise as diagnostic biomarkers for various diseases.
Area of Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
Background:
- MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNAs regulating gene expression.
- miRNAs play crucial roles in development, differentiation, metabolism, and immune responses.
- Dysregulation of miRNA expression is linked to various pathological conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and discuss modern quantitative and semi-quantitative analytical methods for miRNAs.
- To highlight the significance of miRNAs as potential biomarkers for disease diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on miRNA analysis techniques.
- Discussion of quantitative methods like RT-qPCR and next-generation sequencing.
- Exploration of semi-quantitative approaches and their applications.
Main Results:
- Various advanced methods enable precise measurement of miRNA levels.
- Quantitative and semi-quantitative analyses are essential for understanding miRNA function.
- These methods facilitate the identification of disease-specific miRNA signatures.
Conclusions:
- Modern analytical techniques are crucial for accurate miRNA profiling.
- miRNAs hold significant potential as non-invasive biomarkers for early disease detection and diagnosis.
- Further research into miRNA analysis methods will advance personalized medicine.
