Industry perspectives on biomarker qualification

Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2016 Feb;99(2):208-13. doi: 10.1002/cpt.264. Epub 2015 Oct 22.

Abstract

Biomarkers have the potential to expedite drug development, increase patient safety, and optimize clinical response. Yet few have achieved regulatory qualification. A survey was conducted to clarify industry's perspective on biomarker qualification and identify the most promising biomarkers for drug development. The results across toxicities/clinical areas highlight challenges in regulatory qualification, although early prioritization and alignment on an evidentiary standard framework are key factors in facilitating biomarker development and qualification.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biomarkers*
  • Biomarkers, Pharmacological
  • Drug Industry / standards
  • Drug Industry / trends
  • Health Care Sector / standards*
  • Health Care Sector / trends*
  • Humans
  • Patient Safety
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations
  • Pharmacology / standards
  • Pharmacology / trends
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • United States
  • United States Food and Drug Administration

Substances

  • Biomarkers
  • Biomarkers, Pharmacological
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations