Proteomic and Metabolomic Profiling via Mass Spectrometry in Multiple Myeloma: A Comprehensive Review of Prognostic Biomarkers and Monitoring of Minimal Residual Disease - Scorecard - MDSpire

Proteomic and Metabolomic Profiling via Mass Spectrometry in Multiple Myeloma: A Comprehensive Review of Prognostic Biomarkers and Monitoring of Minimal Residual Disease

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  • Naseel Moursy

  • Hibba Siraj

  • Zainab Nasir

  • Affaf Tanweer

  • Muhammad Raihan Sajid

  • April 22, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Proteomic and Metabolomic Profiling via Mass Spectrometry in Multiple Myeloma: A Comprehensive Review of Prognostic Biomarkers and Monitoring of Minimal Residual Disease

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsMass spectrometry-based proteomics and metabolomics for biomarker discovery and MRD monitoring, capturing dynamic tumor biology.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • MS-based biomarkers provide independent prognostic significance beyond R-ISS.
  • MS-MRD detection shows up to 1,000-fold higher sensitivity than traditional methods, allowing for earlier detection of disease progression.
  • MS can identify biochemical relapse 2–11 months earlier than conventional techniques, improving patient outcomes.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Incorporate MS-derived biomarkers into treatment decision-making processes, such as adjusting therapy based on real-time biomarker levels.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Patients with varying stages of multiple myeloma.

        MS profiling enables personalized tracking of disease progression and treatment response.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Standardize bioinformatics pipelines and MS methodologies for clinical implementation.
        • Shift from reactive to proactive intervention strategies using MS data.
        • Provide ongoing training for clinicians on MS methodologies.

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