Abstract:
Biomarkers of NASH, NAFLD, and fibrosis and methods for diagnosis (or aiding in the diagnosis) of NAFLD, NASH and/or fibrosis are described herein. Additionally, methods of distinguishing between NAFLD and NASH, methods of classifying the stage of fibrosis, methods of determining the severity of liver disease, methods of determining the severity of liver disease or fibrosis, and methods of monitoring progression/regression of NASH, NAFLD, and/or fibrosis are described herein.
Abstract:
Biomarkers relating to de novo lipogenesis are provided, as well as methods for using such biomarkers in an Index to assess DNL. In addition, methods for diagnosing, determining predisposition to, and monitoring progression/regression of diseases related to DNL are provided. Also provided are methods of monitoring the efficacy of treatments for diseases related to DNL as well as other methods based on biomarkers of DNL.