Minimally Invasive Ways of Determining Circadian Rhythms in Humans
Sandra Crnko, Hilde Schutte, Pieter A. Doevendans, Joost P. G. Sluijter, Linda W. van Laake
Abstract
Circadian rhythm exerts a critical role in mammalian health and disease. A malfunctioning circadian clock can be a consequence, as well as the cause of several pathophysiologies. Clinical therapies and research may also be influenced by the clock. Since the most suitable manner of revealing this rhythm in humans is not yet established, we discuss existing methods and seek to determine the most feasible ones.
Topics & Concepts
Circadian rhythmRhythmNeuroscienceBiologyCircadian clockBacterial circadian rhythmsChronobiologyMedicineInternal medicineCircadian rhythm and melatoninSpaceflight effects on biologyDietary Effects on Health