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Biological aging

DunedinPACE

Research-stage biomarkerEpigenetic pace-of-agingBloodrelative pace

A DNA-methylation measure designed to estimate pace of aging.

What it measures

Methylation signature trained against longitudinal change in multiple physiological systems.

Why it matters

Associated with aging-related outcomes and used in geroscience research.

How to interpret it

Interpret as a research measure with attention to population and assay reproducibility.

Important limitations

It is not established that changing the score itself causes improved health or longevity.

Evidence status

Research-stage biomarker

Promising pace-of-aging biomarker requiring further intervention and clinical validation.

Research & guidance

Original papers, validation studies, reviews and clinical guidance connected to this measurement.

For education and evidence exploration, not diagnosis or individualized medical advice.