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Sensitive Biomarker Protection

Meaning

The specialized set of technical, administrative, and physical safeguards implemented to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of physiological measurements that carry a high risk of revealing a specific disease state, genetic predisposition, or potentially stigmatizing health condition. In endocrinology, this category includes detailed longitudinal hormone profiles, genetic markers related to metabolism, and advanced metabolic panel results. Protection of these specific markers is vital for preventing potential discrimination or unauthorized inference about an individual’s health status.