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Blood Test Shows Promise in Detecting Alzheimer's Years Before Symptoms
New research indicates that a blood test, potentially combined with a brain scan, could detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease years, even decades, before the onset of symptoms. This development offers hope for earlier diagnosis and intervention.
29 May, 06:30 — 29 May, 18:06
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Blood test can detect early symptoms, 10 years before onset of Alzheimer’s
A new study shows the presence of certain biomarkers increases the risk of memory and cognitive problems among the middle-aged — and in the future, widespread screening may be available
By Nuño Domínguez
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Detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms show up: All you need are a blood test and brain scan
By Anuradha Mascarenhas
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