The Standardization of Precision Medicine and Multi-Omics
By 2026, clinical laboratories have integrated multi-omics approaches—combining genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics—into routine practice. The focus has moved from merely discovering new assays to the "smarter use" of existing ones.
Labs now standardize how genetic and biomarker data inform every stage of a care pathway. A major breakthrough in 2026 is the scaling of blood-based Alzheimer’s testing, providing a non-invasive, accessible alternative to traditional PET scans or spinal taps. This molecular-first approach allows clinicians to diagnose neurodegenerative and rare diseases years earlier than was possible in the previous decade.
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