Peptide Patterns as Discriminating Biomarkers in Plasma of Patients With Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Micro-Abstract We use the mass spectrometry technique for the detection of circulating peptides in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). We describe a FAP-specific fingerprint that allows early identification of the disease and neoplastic transformation. Our results are relevant because they could postpone preventive surgery as long as possible, improving the quality of life of patients with FAP.