NHS Trials Early Dementia Detection Blood Test
• A simple blood test designed to detect early signs of dementia is being trialed in NHS clinics, potentially revolutionizing diagnosis.
• The study involves over 3,000 patients and aims to validate the blood test for routine use, identifying memory and mental processing issues early.
• The blood test analyzes protein biomarkers linked to dementia, offering a cheaper and more accessible alternative to PET scans and lumbar punctures.
• Researchers aim to have the test ready for widespread clinical use within five years, coinciding with the development of new dementia drugs.
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