This book explores and identifies the main biochemical changes that occur in several diseases, including those of pancreatic, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, psychiatric, nutritional, and infectious origin. It also considers the recognition of possible biochemical markers of each disease, highlighting how they can be used in diagnosis.

Throughout life, human beings undergo several hormonal changes responsible for growth and maturation. These alterations in hormone secretion include enhanced or decreased production, the latter of which is mainly observed during aging. These processes are intrinsic to human development, but may vary from individual to individual. Thus, experienced metabolic changes can alter the state of health and even trigger the development of certain pathologies.The main metabolic differences observed in newborns and children when compared to adults result from the fact that the organism is not yet fully...