Molecular Epidemiology :Principles and Practices

Publication subTitle :Principles and Practices

Author: Schulte   Paul A.;Perera   Frederica P.  

Publisher: Elsevier Science‎

Publication year: 2012

E-ISBN: 9780323138574

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9780126323450

P-ISBN(Hardback):  9780126323450

Subject: R181 Epidemiology and the basic theory and method

Language: ENG

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Description

This book will serve as a primer for both laboratory and field scientists who are shaping the emerging field of molecular epidemiology. Molecular epidemiology utilizes the same paradigm as traditional epidemiology but uses biological markers to identify exposure, disease or susceptibility. Schulte and Perera present the epidemiologic methods pertinent to biological markers. The book is also designed to enumerate the considerations necessary for valid field research and provide a resource on the salient and subtle features of biological indicators.

Chapter

Strengths and Limitations of Observational Epidemiology

Molecular Epidemiology—The Use of Biologic Markers in Epidemiologic Research

Historic Contributions to Molecular Epidemiology

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2. Molecular Biology in Epidemiology

Introduction

Basic Principles of Molecular Biology

Core Techniques of Molecular Biology

Applications

Summary

Suggested Further Reading

Chapter 3. Validation

Measurement Validity

Internal Validity

External Validity

Validation and Selection of Biomarkers

Summary

References

Chapter 4. Technical Variability in Laboratory Data

Laboratory Quality Assurance and Control

Examples of Laboratory Variability for Biologic Markers Used in Epidemiologic Studies

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5. Biologic Monitoring and Pharmacokinetic Modeling for the Assessment of Exposure

Introduction

Possible Dose Surrogates and Their Characteristics

Importance of Kinetic Behavior of Biologic Indicators

Possible Pharmacokinetic Models

Applications of Pharmacokinetic Models

References

Chapter 6. Design Considerations in Molecular Epidemiology

Introduction

Biomarker Categories

Using Biomarkers in Epidemiologic Research

Molecular Epidemiologic Study Designs

Examples of Epidemiologic Study Designs with Various Types of Biomarkers

References

Chapter 7. Statistical Methods in Molecular Epidemiology

Introduction

Laboratory Methods

Determining the Number of Subjects

Sensitivity, Specificity, and Misclassification

Interactions

Multiple Markers

Repeated Measures and Serially Correlated Data

Transformations

Conclusions

References

Chapter 8. Biologic Specimen Banks: A Resource for Molecular Epidemiologic Studies

Introduction

Utility of a Bank for Molecular Epidemiologic Studies

Major Influences on the Utility of Biologic Banks

Bias in Studies Involving Banked Materials

Research Needed

References

Chapter 9. Interpretation and Communication of Molecular Epidemiological Data

Interpretation

Communication

Banked Specimens

References

Chapter 10. Use of Biomarkers in Risk Assessment

Introduction and General Philosophical Issues

Use of Biomarkers as Dosimeters

Use of Indicators to Help Define and Measure Interindividual Variability in Susceptibility

Use of Indicators to Project Effects of Concern That Are Difficult to Measure Directly

The Brave New World of Molecular Pathology—The Example of Cancer

References

Part II: PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

Chapter 11. Carcinogenesis

Overview of Markers

Case Studies: Methods, Problems, Challenges, and Study Design Considerations

Strengths/Limitations

Research Needs

References

Chapter 12. Infectious Disease

Introduction

Overview of Markers Used in Infectious Diseases

Case Studies

Research Needs

References

Chapter 13. Cardiovascular Disease

Introduction

Plasma Lipids

Markers of Thrombosis

Assessing Genetic and Environmental Interactions for Coronary Heart Disease Risk

Markers of Effect

Issues in the Analysis of Biomarkers

Future Contributions

References

Chapter 14. Genetic Disease

Introduction

Classification of Genetic Disease

Methodologic Issues in the Use of Biomarkers in Epidemiologic Studies of Genetic Diseases

Examples of Biomarkers for a Common Disease with Genetic Components

References

Chapter 15. Biologic Markers in the Epidemiology of Reproduction

Markers of Female Reproduction and Pregnancy Outcome

Markers of Male Reproduction

References

Chapter 16. Immune Markers in Epidemiologic Field Studies

Introduction

Components of the Host Defense System

Laboratory Measurements of Immune Cells, Mediators, and Functions

Applications of Immune Markers for Determining Exposure, Health Effects, and Susceptibility

Illustrations Using Immune Markers in Health Effect Studies

Summary

References

Chapter 17. Biomarkers of Pulmonary Disease

Pulmonary Carcinogenesis

Cystic Fibrosis and α1-Antitrypsin

Summary

References

Chapter 18. Biologic Markers in the Genitourinary System

Molecular Epidemiology of the Genitourinary System

Bladder Cancer

Interstitial Cystitis

Kidney Diseases

Prostate

Summary

References

Chapter 19. Neurologic Disease

Introduction

Muscular Dystrophy

Myasthenia Gravis

Multiple Sclerosis

Down's Syndrome

Parkinson's Disease

Convulsive Disorders

Alzheimer's Disease

Brain and Central Nervous System Tumors

Conclusions

References

Chapter 20. Practical Applications of Biomarkers in the Study of Environmental Liver Disease

Essential Background

Biomarkers Currently in Use or under Consideration

Case Studies

Strengths and Limitations

Research Needs

References

Chapter 21. Biomarkers of Musculoskeletal Disorders

Background

Epidemiologic Studies

Considerations for Using Biomarkers in Epidemiology Studies

Types of Biomarkers of Musculoskeletal Disorders

Methods for Measuring Biomarkers

Use of Animal Models to Investigate Musculoskeletal Biomarkers

Conclusions

References

Chapter 22. Epilogue

Molecular Epidemiology—A Transitory Nomenclature ?

Some Considerations Before Using Biomarkers in Epidemiologic Research

Looking toward the Future

References

Index

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