Scientists have created a hydrogel-based biochip with 3D cells to better help diagnose colorectal cancer - the third most common type of cancer. To detect tumour-associated glycans, scientists use autoantibodies. Besides acting as nutrients and building materials for cells, glycans are important for the contact between cells, appropriate organ growth and much more. Autoantibodies against tumour-associated glycans react exclusively with glycans that are only found in CRC cells. Oncomarkers are already widely used to detect cancer.

Source: dna May 27, 2016 07:48 UTC