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Epigenetic Markers

Meaning

Epigenetic Markers are chemical modifications to DNA or its associated proteins, such as histones, that alter gene expression without changing the underlying DNA sequence itself. These markers act as an interface between the environment, including lifestyle and hormonal status, and the genome, effectively turning genes ‘on’ or ‘off.’ The cumulative pattern of these markers is a critical determinant of biological age and disease risk. They are a measure of gene plasticity.