Metabolomics Approaches for the Diagnosis, Treatment, and Better Disease Management of Viral Infections

Overview

Journal Metabolites

Publisher MDPI

Date 2023 Aug 25

PMID 37623891

Authors

Haya Al-Sulaiti

Jehad Almaliti

C Benjamin Naman

Asmaa A Al Thani

Hadi M Yassine

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Abstract

Metabolomics is an analytical approach that involves profiling and comparing the metabolites present in biological samples. This scoping review article offers an overview of current metabolomics approaches and their utilization in evaluating metabolic changes in biological fluids that occur in response to viral infections. Here, we provide an overview of metabolomics methods including high-throughput analytical chemistry and multivariate data analysis to identify the specific metabolites associated with viral infections. This review also focuses on data interpretation and applications designed to improve our understanding of the pathogenesis of these viral diseases.

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