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Diagnostics & biomarkers

Diagnostics and biomarkers use samples, imaging, and compact analytical devices to detect disease or measure biological change. Earlier and more precise results can help guide clinical decisions and follow-up care.

7 technology landscapesUpdated 26 October 2026

Diagnostics & biomarkers technologies

Circulating tumor DNA

Circulating tumor DNA is DNA shed by tumor cells that is detectable in a person's bloodstream.

3korganizations30startups2.5kpublications / yr
Updated Oct 2026

Digital pathology and AI-driven computational biomarkers

The use of digitized pathology images and computational methods, including AI, to analyze tissue and develop or measure biomarkers.

3korganizations43startups4.8kpublications / yr
Updated Sep 2026

Exosome diagnostic assays

Exosome diagnostic assays analyze exosomes or their contents to detect, monitor, or help diagnose a disease or biological condition.

2.4korganizations15startups2.3kpublications / yr
Updated Oct 2026

Liquid biopsy

Liquid biopsy is a diagnostic approach that analyzes tumor-related material in blood or other body fluids to detect or monitor cancer.

3korganizations31startups6.1kpublications / yr
Updated Sep 2026

Multi-cancer early detection

Multi-cancer early detection uses tests to identify signals of multiple cancers, often before symptoms appear.

722organizations10startups454publications / yr
Updated Oct 2026

Point-of-care microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip

Point-of-care microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip technologies integrate fluid handling and analytical functions into small devices for testing near the patient or outside centralized laboratories.

3korganizations35startups5.9kpublications / yr
Updated Sep 2026

Spatial biology

Spatial biology studies where molecular and cellular features occur within cells, tissues, and other biological samples.

3korganizations21startups14.9kpublications / yr
Updated Oct 2026

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