hrp0092rfc11.3 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty Session 2 | ESPE2019

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Adolescents: Utilising Discovery Proteomics and the Search for to Identify Novel Non-Invasive Biomarkers

Gunn Harriet , Forysth Vhari , Hällqvist Jenny , Viner Russell , Mills Kevin , Steinbeck Katharine

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is common, affecting up to one-fifth of females. PCOS is associated with significant comorbidity including metabolic dysfunction, pro-inflammation and mood disorders. Despite this, it is poorly understood, and diagnosis and management remain challenging in adolescents. Proteomics enables the better understanding of disease mechanisms and facilitates the identification of novel biomarkers.<st...