Current Advances in the Application of Raman Spectroscopy for Molecular Diagnosis of Cervical Cancer
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Abstract
Raman spectroscopy provides a unique biochemical fingerprint capable of identifying and characterizing the structure of molecules, cells and tissues. In cervical cancer, it is acknowledged as a promising biochemical tool due to its ability to detect pre-malignancy and early malignancy stages. This review summarizes the key research in the area and the evidence compiled is very encouraging for ongoing and further research. In addition to the diagnostic potential, promising results for HPV detection and monitoring treatment response suggest more than just a diagnosis prospective. A greater body of evidence is however necessary before Raman spectroscopy is fully validated for clinical use and larger comprehensive studies are required to fully establish the role of Raman spectroscopy in the molecular diagnostics of cervical cancer.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2015/561242
Recommended Citation
Martins Ramos, I., Malkin, A., Lyng, F. (2015). Current Advances in the Application of Raman Spectroscopy for Molecular Diagnosis of Cervical Cancer. BioMed Research International, Article in Press. doi:10.1155/2015/561242
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BioMed Research International Article ID 561242 (in Press)