This book systematically summarizes the ideas and technologies used in
urine proteome analysis. It argues that change is the core of biomarker
definition since the body uses its homeostatic mechanisms to correct
changes in the blood. This means that urine is probably a better source
of biomarkers than blood. A roadmap to the urinary biomarker era is
proposed, and researchers are reminded of the potential opportunities
and risks in their study design. Kidney diseases are emphasized as they
produce the most significant changes in urine. This book tries to show
researchers and graduate students, who are in or entering the field,
"all things considered" rather than "the current affair".