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Biological Timelines

Meaning

Biological Timelines refer to the non-chronological, intrinsic sequencing of physiological changes, developmental stages, and cumulative aging effects that manifest throughout an organism’s lifespan, frequently showing significant divergence from chronological age. These timelines are intrinsically governed by complex epigenetic modifications, the dynamics of telomere length, and the cumulative effects of cellular senescence. Clinically, they offer a far more accurate and functional assessment of an individual’s true health status and their inherent vulnerability to various age-related pathologies than calendar years alone. They emphatically underscore the highly personalized and variable nature of the aging process and health management.